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Rebecca Shaw Obituary
Beki will always be remembered for her zest for life, her amazing smile, caring heart, and her love for flying. Beki enjoyed investing in the lives of those she knew and loved encouraging others. Beki loved her family so much, both the one she was born into and the one she married into. Beki was blessed to find true love at a young age and was able to marry her soul mate Troy in her parent's back yard in 2007.
Services will be held on Wednesday February 25, 2009 at The Museum of Flight in Seattle at 1:00 in the afternoon. A Rebecca Shaw Memorial Scholarship Fund for Female Aviators has been set up and donations can be made to the CWU Foundation in her name.
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for Rebecca Shaw
Joseph Sanguine
December 14, 2024
Your skill as a well seasoned young aviator will never be forgotten. This tragedy could not have been prevented given the circumstances. May your spirit live in peace in the Kingdom of God Ma´am
Brian Weekes
February 9, 2019
Although I live on the opposite side of the world, your story touched me. Sleep well and be at peace. May your family find comfort in your memory.
Henrik Arvidsson Samsonowitz
October 10, 2012
I heard of the horrible accident from Air crash investigation and I just wanted to send a greeting from Sweden and I hope you are happy where ever you are. Regards Henrik Arvidsson Samsonowitz b
Steve
December 29, 2011
Thinking of you tonight Rebecca.
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Samuel
May 10, 2010
To the family of Rebecca, I know it's been awhile, but I've always wanted to let you know that I've heard Rebecca was such a really nice person. My brother was also a first officer at the time and knew her. He mourned the loss of a good friend and coworker. My heart goes out to you all. Peace be to you as you think back on the good times you were able to spend with her.
Megan Case
February 3, 2010
I met Beki at girl scout camp when we were in Jr.High and immediately we had one of those bonds that made us inseparable. Although she was one of the silliest and goofiest people I have ever met, she was always passionate and serious about flying. I am sorry that I never got the chance to fly with her. To Troy and Lynne and the rest of the family, I know that it is coming up on the anniversary of her death and it will be a hard day for all, we just have to remember how much Beki loves us and that she is always watching over us. I love you Beks and I can't wait to see you again so we can go flying.
Julian Rose
July 10, 2009
Fate is the hunter
(Ernest K Gann)
Rock Peterson
May 17, 2009
I wish to extend to Becky's family my deepest condolences. It sounds like she was a great person!! I feel your pain.
Melanie Englert
May 16, 2009
I did not know you Beki, but I hope that you're in a place where you can do what you love in peace. No person's life is wasted having touched so many others. I pray your family finds some solice in that.
K Duarte
May 15, 2009
To the Family of Rebecca Shaw: I've never met Rebecca or your family but I wanted to let you know I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Rebecca.I commend your family for the class and compassion you have shown during these hearings. I admire your courage in standing up to the world/media in the most respectful way and letting them know Rebecca was a professional,caring and special person. I will pray that God will help ease your pain.
Thomas Laurance
May 15, 2009
My sympathy and prayers go out to her family and friends. Especialy her mother and husband. It is a terrible loss. Have no doubt she's off doing what she loved best, flying. Cherish the memories and may the passage of time ease the pain of your loss.
New Years Eve 2009
May 15, 2009
Beki's first visit 2 the Big Apple
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Bush Gardens 2008
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Erica, Jane & Beki
May 15, 2009
Erica, Beki & Garrett
May 15, 2009
Troy & Beki :)
May 15, 2009
~~Garrett & Beki~~
May 15, 2009
Captain Wafel & First Officer Shaw
May 15, 2009
Shailesh S
May 14, 2009
Our prayers with you and your family.
As a Pilot I know she and her captain had done everythig possiable.
May you rest in peace.
Merridy Eason (Chapman)
May 14, 2009
To the Morris Family...I went to church with you many years ago...I think I was even at Becky's baptisim at NCP. My deepest sympthy is with you all.
To Becky's Husband...I am sorry for your loss...I know what it is like to lose a spouse at such a young age. Hold tight to your memories...they will bring you comfort.
Mary M.
May 13, 2009
God Bless you, Rebecca. You did everything you could in those terrible moments. May you rest in peace.
Ken Greene
May 13, 2009
To the family of Rebecca...
I didn't know her, nor am I connected in any way. I was just touched by the story and sought to leave you with my sympathies. May God comfort you and may you know peace.
May 12, 2009
I didn't know you but I am saddened just the same. You pursued your dream and that alone makes you very special. May your family take comfort in knowing that you found happiness in the skies...fly on
FS
FF/EMT
J B
May 12, 2009
God Bless you and your family. She is with Jesus now and he has better plans for her. I am heart broken and sad but I know you will see her again one day. Take Care,
Tracy Siek
March 27, 2009
To the Shaw Family May god bless you on your loss Rebecca her smile lit up the room it was a honor meeting her at Colgan she will be missed.
Tracy Siek
Flight Attendant
Pittsburgh
Captain A. Flores XJT
March 9, 2009
To the family and friends of Miss shaw. I met Beki on my commute to Albany NY from Newark NJ. I was met with smiles and a "Welcome Abord". I am saddened by your loss, even though I only met her for a moment.
To Beki: Blue skies, and tail winds will take you far! Rest well.
I Miss U Beki!
Erica Maszle
March 9, 2009
I miss U Beki!
Philip corridon
March 4, 2009
Rebecca,May You rest in peace, My son Mark flew small planes,I grew up near Shannon airport ,Ireland.
You were so young to leave us.
My Prayers & condolences to Your Husband & family.
Donna Bonuso
March 2, 2009
Beka,you achieved so much in such a short lifetime and I know your family will take solice and pride in all your accomplishemnts. You were fearless, loving and most of all self sacrificing. We all admire you, for you will always remain a Hero in our eyes and those of your family. Much love and comfort to your husband and Family at this sorrowful time, but stay strong, for now your angel has wings that will allow her to continue to fly eternally.
Rene Blanco-Lopez
March 2, 2009
I did not know Rebecca, but as a Captain for USAirways and the father of two daughters of Rebecca's age, my heart goes to her family and close friends.
She did what any of us could do, but the Lord had another destination on her schedule. I pray for her flight west to be one full of rich peace and joy.
God bless you Rebecca.
Susan Rogers
March 1, 2009
My heart aches for the loss of such a young and intligent woman. Beck obviously brought happiness to many. My thoughts and prayers are with her friends, family and especially her husband. May you all find comfort at this difficult time.
Cyndi Tempio
March 1, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Angela Zevely
March 1, 2009
Becca though I only knew you a short time through college you left a mark on me and my future. Starting a flying program and being one of only a few women you showed to me that this could be done. You showed me not to follow the normal routine after graduation and getting out of your comfort zone for the sake of your future was rewarding. I am amazed at all that you accomplished in your life and what an amazing affect you had on all who met you. We will all miss you.
God bless you and your family.
Kristen Craig
March 1, 2009
My heart goes out to your family. I will miss you. Sr year in high school wouldn't have been the same with out you!!
Kathleen Wiggins
March 1, 2009
Such a beautiful bright smile Rebecca has!
My sincerest sympathy to her family,
Kathleen Wiggins
If we could bring you back again,
For one more hour or day,
We’d express all our unspoken love;
We’d have countless things to say.
If we could bring you back again,
We’d say we treasured you,
And that your presence in our lives
Meant more than we ever knew.
If we could bring you back again,
To tell you what we should,
You’d know how much we miss you now,
And if we could, we would.
Steven Wicihowski
March 1, 2009
My sympathy and prayers go out to the family members.
Marie and Larry Toedtli
February 27, 2009
To the Morris and Shaw Family,
What a beautiful and touching memorial service for Beki. She was a wonderful young lady, and she left your family way to soon. I only met Beki a couple of times at her Aunt Pam's house, but I will always remember her beautiful smile and her outgoing personality. She is now a shining star looking down on all of you. Your families are in our thoughts and prayers.
First Officer Jennifer Peri
February 26, 2009
To First Officer Shaw's friends and family,
My heart goes out to you, and in this tiny world of aviation you were admired and adored. As a fellow 'Big Bender', it is a tragedy beyond words that you and your crew are no longer with us to sit and talk and joke about the silliness of our passion for avaition.
Thoughts, prayers and love go out to you.
February 25, 2009
I send condolences and best wishes to the family and friends of a lovely young woman gone too soon.
A. L.
February 25, 2009
Dear Rebecca,
As a pilot, you are part of us, travelers. My thanks and admiration for all your commitment, strength, and care.
Carey Shannon
February 24, 2009
Rest in peace Rebecca. You achieved so much and rose so high. May God bless you and keep you.
Rebecca Shaw
February 24, 2009
My condolences to your family. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
We shared the same name. Beki sounds like the kind of woman that I would have for a friend.
Sincerely,
Rebecca Lynn Shaw
Christine Slocum
February 18, 2009
To Mrs. Shaw's family, friends, and of course husband,
I couldn't help relate to her, especially when I saw that Rebecca has the first and middle name of my sister. From all accounts that I've heard, the world lost one fine lady, and a great pilot. You're in my thoughts. I wish you strength and peace.
Jan Wagner
February 17, 2009
Our beautiful 26-year old nephew was piloting a plane that went down in July, 2007. We know the shock and grief that the family is feeling now. Just know that Rebecca died doing what she loved and she would not have been happy any other way. May God comfort you and give you strength.
Phoebe Burns
February 17, 2009
To Beki's family and especially to her grandmother, Marty, our dear cousin and friend, we extend our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and our prayers. Phoebe Ann and David
Michael C. Thomas
February 16, 2009
To Rebecca and the many souls who lost your lives under such tragic circumstances, my heart is heavy, and I know that you will be deeply missed. Though I didn't personally know you, I have been touched by the many words written about you, by those who did. During the course of reading and hearing about your life stories, I began to strongly feel that I could not remain silent. I needed to say a few words. First, I feel that you came into this world with a sense of purpose and commitment to the higher good of humanity. This became evident to me as I learned about you. And secondly, you have inspired others in many ways, as you have touched the lives of many; and you will continue to do so , as more of us come to know about you. As is the case when decent people are suddenly called as angels, you will be missed, as this world will no longer be the same without your physical presence in it. To loved ones who are acutely grieving the passing of these beautiful souls, I can only hope that you may find some comfort in knowing, within the depth of your hearts, that you are a profound part of the legacy of love that they have left behind in this world. In closing, I can only strive to emulate the love and kindness that Rebecca, and the other angels of Flight 3407 brought to this world, while they were with us. For these gifts, I pay tribute and offer my heart-felt thanks.
Liz Golimowski
February 15, 2009
May God bless your family during this time of grief.
Tedaira Mock
February 15, 2009
To the family of Rebecca Shaw, You have my deepest sympathy.This was such a tragdey this has touched my heart and I feel compeled to offer my condoleces I pray that your family will find comfort in that God "will comfort you in this time of need." In 2 corinthians chapter 1: 3-4 I pray that you have peace.
doris rainey
February 13, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
February 13, 2009
I will keep Rebecca's family, co-workers, and friends in my prayers. May God's peace and comfort flow over them.
There is a time for everything,
And a season for every activity under heaven:
A time to be born and a time to die.
A time to plant and a time to uproot,
A time to kill and a time to heal,
A time to tear down and a time to build,
A time to weep and a time to laugh,
A time to mourn and a time to dance,
A time to scatter stones and a time to gather them,
A time to embrace and a time to refrain,
A time to search and a time to give up,
A time to keep and a time to throw away,
A time to tear and a time to mend,
A time to be silent and a time to speak,
A time to love and a time to hate,
A time for war and a time for peace.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-8
Dave D.
February 13, 2009
My very sincere condolences to the family of this lady pioneer. I hope they can take solace that she achieved a lot.
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