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for Rachel Menkal
Lauren Krake
May 1, 2025
I know this is years later but I think of Rachel often and I wanted her family to know she is not forgotten. I went to Point Loma with Rachel during her short time there. I would often go hang out in her room where we would talk and she would no doubt make me laugh. She had such a gentle spirit and was wise beyond her years. Her faith was so strong and I remember she would often go sit in her car to listen to sermons. She certainly had a heavenly perspective always. I could tell her soul was deep and complex and getting to know her was a gift. I saw her after college once when she was in town and then years later she came to mind when I woke up one day. I looked her up and was heartbroken to hear of her passing. I still think of her often and pray for her family as I know grief lasts a lifetime. I look forward to the day when we can reunite in Heaven and I take peace knowing she is with Jesus, the one she so deeply loved and cherished.
Susan and Paul Funk
February 21, 2009
To Ruth, and the family and friends of Rachel:
I only met Rachel a few times when she was a child, and was visiting Ruth from California, but I know how much Ruth loved Rachel and I can only imagine how much Rachel is missed. Ruth, may you be comforted in this time of loss by the memories of good times together and by the knowledge that you did everything you could for Rachel throughout her life. Ruth, may your kind and giving ways help to provide peace for you in this time of loss. Please contact me if there is anything I can do for you.
Always,
Bob, Beti, Niki & Stevi Hom
February 18, 2009
Rachel...beautiful inside and out, always with a smile and a kind word. 1 Peter 2 reminds us that people are observing our lives, that we should be a good representative of Jesus Christ. You did this exceedingly well Rachel. Keeping your family in our prayers. In His Love,
Uncle Brian and Aunt Tina Menkal
February 17, 2009
Anyone who knew Rachel was touched by her kindness. In her presence you knew you were closer to God. Rachel's heart was so big and her love for Christ was so magnificant that anyone who knew Rachel was better for it. I thank God for allowing Rachel to touch our lives the way she did. Rachel my dear it is impossible for us to think of you as gone, as your memory will live with us all forever. We will see you again and oh what a party it will be!
Elyse McNeff
February 12, 2009
I haven't seen Rachel in years but I played basketball with her my freshman year of High School and then my freshman year of college she was my covenant group leader. I remember she introduced me to the joys of frozen yogert. She was such a sweet, loving person, and although I really didn't know her that well, she will be missed very much!
Cathy Toy
February 12, 2009
I met Rachel when she was in my Bible Study group several years ago. I haven't seen much of her since then, but I remember how she was so sweet, her eyes twinkled when she smiled, and she loved the Lord! My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of this beautiful girl...
Erin O'Brien
February 11, 2009
I met Rachel at Calvary Chapel, and she was one my best friends all through high school. I really wish I could have seen her one more time, and tell her how much I love her. I will never forget the sleep overs with apple cider and pancakes, beach days, rowing her boat in the rain while singing, and "off roading" in her little toyota :) She was such a good listener, had the best sarcasm(so funny), and was always there for the people she loved. I hope she knew how much we all loved her. I can't even imagine the pain her family is going through, and I will keep you guys in my prayers. I'm trying to find peace in knowing that she is with Jesus now, I know she had an amazing relationship with Him, and I think even through this sad time, her life has been a great witness for Him. Can't wait to see you again one day, Rachel, I already miss you :)
Auntie Marrianne Uncle Dan & Travis Thompson
February 11, 2009
Our Sweet Rachel, No words can express the special times we shared with this Magnificent Women of God. Oh Rachel we love you so!
Karen Santos
February 10, 2009
I met Rachel through Calvery Chapel as she went to High School with my daughter Erin O'Brien. She was such a good friend and joy to be around. I know she is with her Lord and Saviour. My prayers are with her family. We will really miss her.
Hailey Gentry
February 10, 2009
Rachel was a nice girl she always played with me and tickled me and made me laugh.And I will miss her. I love you with all my heart. Hailey
Jan Youngs
February 10, 2009
Your family is in my heart and in my prayers, Darryl, as you grieve for your beautiful Rachel. She's rejoicing w/ Jesus now; may His arms wrap around you and comfort you.
Mary Lynn Phillips
February 10, 2009
Rachel...where to begin, Rachel and I grew up together, she was my best friend. I had the priviledge of sharing many wonderful years with Rachel, I thank God for the wonderful memories that we shared together. Rachel was beautiful both inside and out she always had a smile on her face and a twinkle in her eye, she had the gift of making someone feel loved and acepted no matter who you were. Rachel was strong in her faith, always shaing with other of her love for her heavenly Father, wanting others to love Him as well. We will all miss Rachel, in the past couple of days I have had visions of Rachel in heaven, dancing, laughing, singing, sitting in her heavenly Father's lap, happier than I have ever seen her.
I know this broke the "two line rule" (if a card was longer than two lines, we didn't read it) and though there was much more I could have said, I will leave it at this, Good bye my beloved friend, I love you, I will miss you so much, give everyone there my love, and Rachel I will see you again soon.
Love your friend, Mary Lynn
Boyd and Charlene Bailey
February 10, 2009
Rachel was a classmate of our twin sons Peter and Andrew at Calvary Chapel High School. She was so sweet. What a lovely girl! We are praying for the family and friends of Rachel. May the God of all comfort bring the peace that passes all understanding, as He holds you by His right hand at this time of great loss. (God has comforted me in times of loss with these: Matt.28:6, 2 Cor.1:2-7, Is.41:10, 13.)
Debra & Ron Lehman
February 10, 2009
Our prayers are with you and your family Darryl during this time of sorrow. I am sure Rachel is rejoicing with loved ones that have gone before. Our deepest sympathy.
Ruby Viloria
February 10, 2009
I also had the opportunity to play basketball with Rachel at Calvary Chapel, and also go on a Philippines Missions trip my sophomore year with Rachel and our high school team. It was truly an honor and a blessing to be on the same team with her. She always had kind words to say and a loving heart, I still remember Rachel with that big smile of hers. I look forward to seeing Rachel and her big smile in Heaven. My family and I are keeping your family in our prayers.
Michelle Thompson
February 9, 2009
I am so sorry about the loss of your loved family memeber. I will be praying that the lord helps you get thorugh this sad time and that you will cling to him trough all of this. There is a plan and a purpose for everything that happens in our lives, some we understand, some we don't, but not matter what you can trust that God is there with you and your family!
Aaron Tao
February 9, 2009
Rachel always cared for others with her gracious, servant-like spirit, and was continually looking out for the needs of others. We are praying for the family here in Costa Mesa.
hillary wright
February 9, 2009
i really wish i could be at the funeral as it is taking place right now. i am so happy to have known rachel as well as i did. ill never forget her and her warmth kindness and goodwill towards others. she wanted to make everyone feel so loved. i hope she knew she was loved as well. well all be looking forward to seeing her in heaven. The Lord bless the family and keep you all strong and faithful in these tragic times
Andrew Bailey
February 9, 2009
I knew Rachel from Calvary Chapel High School and Calvary Chapel Beachside in Huntington Beach. She always had a big smile and soft spoken kindness. I am praying for your family during this time. She was an example of a life to be admired.
2 Timothy 4:6-8
heidi wright
February 9, 2009
rachel: i will always remember the good times we had like row boating in the rain to mothers beach to have a picnic, making the health video "a day at the park turns tragic" (you had a promising acting career), and making smores in random fireplaes when it was cold outside :). you were my best friend growing up and i will cherish your friendship and the memories we shared forever. i love you so much and will miss you dearly. my heart goes out to your sweet family whom i miss very much, you are in my prayers. <3
Heather Jones
February 9, 2009
I have dear memories of enjoying Rachel's sense of humor. She was always so much fun to be around. I'm sad to know she is gone when we need more people with her kind of beautiful spirit in this world. I know she is with Jesus, but our loss is great. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Frank Menkal III
February 9, 2009
The loss of a loved one is always hard, but it is comforting to know that she is with the Lord now. We will miss Rachel, and will keep your family in our prayers. God Bless....
Linda Rankins
February 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.I worked withRachel at Liberty Univ.She was a very sweet young lady.
Dennis and Sandra Tubo
February 9, 2009
Darryl and Linda, Our thoughts and Prayers are with you during this sad and heart breaking time. There are no words to describe the pain you are feeling at the moment, but fond and loving memories will always be there to comfort you and will keep Rachel close to your heart.
Erin John
February 9, 2009
I played basketball with Rachel in highschool. She always had a smile on her face and was a joy to be around. My heart and my prayers are with her family and all of her loved ones. She is now in the presence of the Lord.
Rosemarie (Rosie-16yrs) Buzzy
February 8, 2009
Rachel was my first REAL buddy at Calvary Chapel Lynchburg. I was new to the youth and she befriended me. She was like a big sister to me. I miss her so much and i love her with all my heart. She made me want to be a better person. I know that she is with her Lord and Saviour and i will see her again and laugh really hard :') I am praying for you, her family. I pray that you will lean on the Lord, the one she loves so much. I MISS YOU RACHEL!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE YOU!
Rachael Sessum
February 8, 2009
When someone you love becomes a memory,
the memory becomes a treasure. Many thoughts and prayers for the family of Rachel Menkal.
Proverbs 10:7
Shelley Gibson
February 8, 2009
I was so saddened to learn of the recent loss of Rachel. I too am a Customer Service Rep at Nationwide. Her presence will certainly be missed among the Nationwide family. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Linda D
February 7, 2009
To all the family,
With tears Jack and I along with cousins Frank and James give our
deep heartfelt prayers to you for comfort now and always.It is with sadness and joy as I remember many days at the beach... Linda
Richeal Pico
February 7, 2009
I went to highschool and played basketball with Rachel. We had a lot of fun memories together. She will deeply be missed!
P Cook
February 7, 2009
Dear Ruth and Family,
Although I did not know Rachel, I know what you are feeling right now. The pain is unbearable and you don't understand. I lost my sister last Saturday to the same situation. May God give you the strenght to carry on.
Julie Creasy
February 6, 2009
Ruth and family,
Words cannot express what our hearts feel for you now. I always remember Rachel as a young girl visiting at church on her visits to Bedford. What a beautiful child and gorgeous women she grew into. Know that our thoughts and PRAYERS are continually with you during this time.May Gods love and grace hold you tight. We love you.
Roger & Julie Creasy
Kristle Dixon
February 6, 2009
I worked with Rachel in the Registrar's office, she was such a joy to work with, what I most remember about Rachel is the her funny stories and the her Neopoleon Dynamite dancing. Rachel you will be truly missed! Praying for the family during this time.
Jody Farrow
February 6, 2009
I worked with Rachel in the fileroom at Liberty. She was such a hard worker and had such a sweet spirit about her. She talked of her gramma often and what they did together. She will be greatly missed!
Gary Mays
February 6, 2009
Rachel will be very missed. I didn't know her that long but seem like a very sweet girl. Rachel and i worked together at Nationwide.
Christie Brooks
February 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Rachel was such a sweet person and had the prettiest smile. She was on my team here at Nationwide. She will be missed.
Paul Woo
February 6, 2009
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. We know that Rachel is with the Lord and we look forward to being reunited with her in heaven. God bless you and may the Lord of all comfort give you strength and peace.
Michelle Holland
February 6, 2009
We are all devastated and Rachel will be missed greatly. We will cherish the times we had with Rachel and keep them forever in our hearts.
We Love you,
Don, Debbie, Michelle, Andrea Holland and Gloria Sliwoski
(California)
David Arrington
February 6, 2009
Rachel was always kind and gentle and I will miss her.
Michelle Smith
February 6, 2009
May the LORD comfort you with His peace at this very sad time, and may the reality of Rachel being with Him now comfort your hearts as you look forward to seeing her again someday. Jesus said, "I go to prepare a place for you," and I'm sure He has prepared a very special place for Rachel.
Pamela Willoughby
February 6, 2009
"so, too, there is joy in heaven as each child of God comes home"
Cheryl Gray Gray
February 6, 2009
Rachel will be missed. She is such a sweet, gentle and humble lady.Now she is enjoying Jesus.
Brenda Matthews
February 6, 2009
I worked with Rachel at Liberty University. She was kind, sweet, always willing to lend a hand, and a very hard worker. We always told her how much we appreciated her efforts to make our office run so smoothly. I am sorry she is no longer here, we hated to loose her to Nationwide but understood. Praying for the family in their tragic loss.
Betty Pittman
February 6, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. I enjoyed working with Rachel when she worked as a fileroom assistant in our fileroom.
Marcia Daubert
February 6, 2009
Rachel was a quiet Christian woman, who loved Jesus as her personal Savior. When she had special prayer request, she always shared them with the staff in the Registrar's Office at Liberty.
Absent from the body, present with the Lord. I look forward seeing Rachel soon.
Prayers have been given for that special grandma that Rachel loved so much.
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