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Amanda Collette, 15, was killed Nov. 12 by a single gunshot wound to the back in the hallway at Dillard High School in Fort Lauderdale. The 10th grader was remembered as a good student who loved to dance.

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Published by The Palm Beach Post from Nov. 17 to Dec. 16, 2008.

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Maddy

November 10, 2017

Thinking of Amanda and her familymay the dear Lord continue to bless all of you

Michelle

August 28, 2010

"I didn't even know Amanda but my thoughts and prayers go out to her Family and friends.From everything that I read on the news or in newspapers about amanda i knew that she was a good person.Amanda still lives on forever in your hearts and prayers every single day."

Michelle Coleman

August 15, 2010

My prayers go out to the family and friends of the sweet angel Amanda Collette. I know that we can't do anything to bring Amanda back from heaven to be her with you,but all of my blessing in the world go out to you.
I'm truely sorry for the loss of Amanda.I would do anything in the world that I could to bring her back but unfortunately I know that is not possible so I'm so sorry but I know that I didn't know Amanda and I don't know your family but you have my love and support for the loss of your precious Angel. I know that Amanda is smiling down on you and saying that it's going to be okay and even though she is not her on earth and she is in heaven with god she's probably thinking that everything is okay and that her friends and family will be united again with her in the house of the Lord. Just remember these words and keep them close to your heart Amanda is with you wherever you go and that she will always be with you and never leave you.R.I.P(Rest in Peace:Amanda Collette).

michelle coleman

June 10, 2010

my deepest condlences go out to the family of amanda collette.there are no words to describe how sorry I am about the death of your precious angel. just remember to stay strong and always remember that amanda is always with you were ever you go even from heaven amanda is watching over you.Also remember that amanda is in good hands.always remember that amanda is in the hands of the lord and that she is safe and happy and that even though she is not there with you physically she is with you. amanda is the wind that blows through your hair,the sun that shines so bright in the sky. the moon in the middle of the night,and the twinkling stars that are high in the sky.R.I.P Amanda collette

MZ.BRITT-BRAT

May 3, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Angiel Knights

April 27, 2010

I dont even know Amanda but I was doing research on school violence when I came across her story. Then I saw all the tributes from her friends and family on YouTube and I was honestly brought to tears. I sincerely send my condolences to all of you guys. I'm sorry for your lost.

C. S.

April 17, 2010

If I could bring Amanda back again,
For one more hour or day,
I’d express our family’s unspoken love;
I’d have countless things to say.
If I could bring Amanda back again,
I’d say our family treasured you,
And that your presence in their lives
Meant more than they ever knew.
If I could bring Amanda back again,
our family can tell her what they should,
She’d know how much they miss her now,
And if I could, I would.

Love your cousin,

Cory

April 8, 2010

To Amanda's parents. I'm so sorry for your loss. It sickens me everyday to think what your daughter went thru. The cruelity, the sadness. I have two daughters 12 and 7. They are the world to me and I'm sure Amanda was your world. I want to help, do anything to ease the pain your going thru. If you need anything please let me know- donations, an advocate, etc.. I own a screen print shop and If you need t-shirts to honor her just let me know. anytime!!! my e-mail is [email protected] and my heart goes out to you!!!

Brandi Johnson

April 6, 2010

Amanda, You are an angel from above... u didnt have to go like this but now u are with the men upstairs.... we will always wiss you... u are gone but not forgotten...

bridgette griffin

March 19, 2010

amanda you was an angel from the start your life didn't have to end like that my prayers goes out to you and your family i love you amanda

Michelle

March 7, 2010

my thoughts and prayers go out to Amanda's friends and family. I am very sorry and present my deepest condolences to her family and friends. Even though i never knew Amanda or her family i feel deeply sorry about the loss of Amanda.She will be in my prayers everyday.One thing you have to remember is that Amanda is not gone she is with you everywhere you are. she is in your hearts,prayers,and in your lifes.She will never leave you. R.I.P-Amanda Collette.

MRZ. TiNK

March 4, 2010

YU WiL ALWAYZ B3 MiSZD&N3VA 4GOTTN AMANDA R.i.P W3 LOV3 YU

shelby and makyhnnah

February 1, 2010

my prayers go to the family I love you all love you amanda mwahz :*

bronxz

December 11, 2009

Love ya baby girl always will be my bestii boo

tony presley

December 10, 2009

god said love each other

Aisha Calhoun

December 9, 2009

My prayers continue to go out to the family of Amanda.

robert

November 23, 2009

what an absolute tragedy, i remember nov 12, 2008 like it was yesterday, even though i didnt know amanda this has been in my heart ever since, my thoughts and prayers go out to the family

laschinda

November 16, 2009

my best friend im gonna miss you love you

victoria

October 14, 2009

im gonna miss her deeply i could talk to her about anything and will still remain to do that so amanda girl gonna miss and i love you

schinda j

October 7, 2009

very nice and cool gonna miss her

Michelle

September 30, 2009

My deepest condolences go to the collette. I'm so sorry to hear about the death of your daughter. I know that I never knew your family or your daughter but i just want to let you know that your daughter is in a better place.Even in heaven she will always be with you and you are with her.Just remember she will always be in your hearts and prayers every day and night.She is your gaurdian angel thoughout your lives.God will keep her safe and he will protect her.EVERY NIGHT I WILL PRAY FOR HER AND YOUR FAMILY.
~R.I.P-AMANDA COLLETTE~.

latanya

September 15, 2009

manda baby i miss u....bt am happy your n a better place....i am grateful 2 say that we were friends n i knew wat a good person you were....i have your name tatted on my wrist and i love u...u will never be forgotten

Darren Pigney

September 8, 2009

She was an angel. A true angel.

Anonoymus

August 31, 2009

I'm so sorry for the family and Friends of Amanda Collette.I know that it's probably still very devastaing for all of you still because of her death.Even though I never knew her or her family I just want to say that you are in my hearts and prayers everyday.I know how it feel to lose a loved one because my great-grandmother&my uncle passed away a few apart from each other and i still can't get over the fact that they are gone.I will always remember about what a loving,caring person Amanda was to her family&Friends.Because everything I read on the news about her i knew that she was a good person with her heart in the right place.

Michelle

August 12, 2009

I'm So sorry about the loss of your Sweet little Angel Amanda.Even though i didn't know her i feel compelled to say something about her.Everything i read on the news or online about her i knew that she was a good person,with her heart in the right place. I know that your family misses her very much just one thing that you need to keep close to your heart is that she is always with you and she will never leave you.R.I.P-Amanda Grace.Collette
Born:May4,1993.
Died:December11,2008.You will be missed and remembered forever.

Michelle Coleman

August 11, 2009

My deepest condolences go to the collette family. I am so sorry for the loss of your precious Angel from above I know that you are still devestated over her death.I will always be praying for your daughter.I know that I didn't know her i just felt compelled to pray for her.When i watched the news and i found out that she died it just put a deep hole in my heart.I know that you guys miss her very much I am so sorry that you guys have to go through this devestating tragedy.I will always be praying for your family.Just always keep these words close to your heart:"Just know that god will protect her and keep her safe.She is always with you.She will never leave you." May Amanda rest in peace.R.I.P.-AMANDA GRACE COLLETTE.

Carolina

July 26, 2009

It is so tragic what happened to you. Although I never knew you, I believe you were a great person and that you're in a better place now.
Rest in peace.

A Nunez

July 25, 2009

My deepest sympathy to your family and friends. May you draw comfort from God's word the bible (Psalm 147:3).

July 18, 2009

She was/is so beautiful that is the worst pain ever to lose a child .

Much love from Memphis

kenisha dixon

June 25, 2009

I will miss you and i love you

Keke

June 21, 2009

Your an angel from above

You are an angel from above Amanda

June 19, 2009

This is u an angel from above

Kameilah M.

June 19, 2009

You were a great person.Gone but NEVER forgoten.we all miss you and love you amanda. your in a better place now. rest in peace.

Chancellor Tucker

June 17, 2009

This story touched my heart. My 18 year old brother was shot and killed while standing outside of a nite club in Brinkley,Arkansas in August of 2007. I am 18 now and I was soo hurt that i didnt even want to live anymore. So I say to the family and friends, by the grace and mercy of God, He brought me from a mighty long way. Look to the hills from which cometh your help, because all of our help comes from the Lord. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His Saints. God bless you all.

May 29, 2009

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

adrienne feldleit

May 19, 2009

grandpa jack i loved you sooooo much i hope you are at peace and allie and i will engrave you n our hearts forever we love you rest in peace

TEE TEE GIVENS

April 9, 2009

I KNOW ITS LATE BUT HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY REST IN PEACE BABY GURL.....MUCH LOVE!!!!

~TEE TEE~

LaRae Robinson

April 6, 2009

I didn't know her but her story touched my heart.Happy sweet 16 Amanda continue to rest in peace blessing to your family

Mel

April 5, 2009

Happy Sweet Sixteen Amanda! Only if you were here to celebrate it. But your in a better place. Rest in peace. We all love and miss you dearly.

Michelle Coleman

March 30, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

James

March 11, 2009

Its such a tragedy to hear what happened to you! everyone misses you very much R.I.P AMANDA

Ashley Jereda

March 2, 2009

I miss you so much Amanda! I miss seeing you early in the morning when I get to school and hugging you! I looked at you as one of my babies and it hurt knowing that God took my baby away. I find myself crying in the middle of the night thinking about how much I miss you, but I know you're in a better place. I miss you and will love you forever and always!

WE L0VE Y0U GRACE :):):)

kiera thompson

February 21, 2009

I love and miss you Amanda. Words can't explain the way I feel. The only thing that's keeps me going is the fact that I know you're in a better place. You will always be in my heart.




Today I woke up and I felt kind of empty. You were no where to be found. I think you left me. I had something to tell you but I guess i waited to late. Last time I was with you everything was going great. Can you come back for just one day. Spend it with the family and make everything okay. Can you make the tears stop falling so much, and by that I mean can I feel your touch. You're way high in the heavens now I'm happy you made it through the gates. So I talk to you in soft whispers to start off my day. You're my guardian angel that keep's me safe. You mean more to me than anyone will ever know. I love you grace

Dillard class of 1961

February 18, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kristian Winfree

February 16, 2009

We still think about Amanda everyday and pray that you and your family are healing and doing well. God Bless

shay Butler

February 13, 2009

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Linda Deview

February 13, 2009

Though I do not know you or your family, I am very sorry for your loss. Having lost my father this Wednesday, I can say that I have a strong sense of what you are going through, but losing someone so young I believe that is a pain and emptiness I cannot imagine. Please reach to the heavens for comfort and guidance and I pray for you all to ease the agony in your hearts.
Sincerely,
Linda Taylor-Deview

Kevin Evans

February 5, 2009

May god be with you baby girl and grant you your entrance into heaven.

TONI CALLAWAY

January 30, 2009

YOU WILL BE MISS

audrie september

January 11, 2009

she was a angel to everone she was very specail to all of us she will sad miss by all of us in dade county florida

audrie september

January 11, 2009

hello my name is audrie september i,m am sorry 4 the lost of your daughter amanda collette she was a angel to all of us she brougth a smile to our hearts and prays she was 1 of a kind she was our sun shine god keep her in your arms we love her

KRYSTAL C

December 31, 2008

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH AMANDA MY GOD I WISH THIS NEVERED HAPPEND TO YOU MY BEAUTFUIL !!! I KNOW UR SAFE NOW ITS TRUE THIS IS A CRAZY WORLD ....TEARS STILL DO FALL UP TO THIS DAY I WILL NEVEA EVER FORGET YOU I LOVE YOU AMANDA BABY DONT YOU EVER FORGET THAT HUN...=]

destiney dayton

December 25, 2008

im sorry i did not have a number that you could have reached me on before that had happened to you. you will always be remembered in my heart and always be my other big sis as well as my one and only best friend for life.I WILL MISS YOU. I LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH. YOU TAUGHT ME ALOT . i cryed my eyes out for about two weeks and still can't get over it i will really really miss you. i was looking forward to you coming up in the summer with your brothers but no matter what your here with me. And your brothers will be with us in the summer and so will you.GOD KEEP HER IN YOUR HANDS. And in everyones prayers.

AMBER DAVIS

December 14, 2008

i am sorry 4 what happened i didnt know her but she looked like a smart and sweet /kind person i wish i was in high 2 meet her..........GOD BLESS HER AND KEEP HER IN YO ARMS AND HEART........WE LOVE YOU AMANDA

December 13, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort in this the darkest of times....your memories of your loved one brings you light to lead you.

Kim Branch

December 13, 2008

Amanda was a great person and a sweetheart... she always had a smile on her face and I wish I could have known her like how some of my friends did but I do know her memories and the testimonies given by others have shaped my life and it helps me to live my life as if it were my last.

AJD

December 13, 2008

Amanda, we didn't hang out that much but just I know I think about you everyday all the time. The good thing is that your safe now and I know you must be with God. I guessed he wanted you, I would have wnated you to. I'll see you later mami.

Your Friend

December 12, 2008

Bless your soul lil princess.....Rest in Peace and I pray God gives your mother and family the strength to go on....you now have beautiful wings. Fly high Angel!!

December 11, 2008

I am really sorry to hear of your loss. I know you are going through a lot at this time and I am praying for you all. I dont have kids but I know it must be hard. God bless you and keep the faith; The Lord will always be with you. Deon Fort Lauderdale

Ryan Hylton

December 11, 2008

I am so sorry for your lost. Life is so short live everyday like you last. The Lord will carry you on. From: Ryan Hylton

December 11, 2008

Such a beautiful girl. She's a angel now. God Bless the family my prayers and thoughts to you all.

DENISE WELLS

December 11, 2008

DENISE&KEITH WELLS FAMILY , god bless your
family and continue to give you strength.

Jordan

December 10, 2008

May God continue to strengthen you doing the time of your loss. I know it's not easy.

G Martin

December 5, 2008

God bless the family. I didn't know this beautiful girl but my heart goes out to the family. When I first heard about this tragic shooting I cried. Amanda sounded like a sweet teenager that had a bright future ahead in life. God Bless all of Amanda's family. You all with be in my thoughts and prayers.

M. Jones

December 5, 2008

A message of comfort and hope to the family,

It seems unfair to lose a loved one at such a young and tender age. I am truly sorry for your loss. Be comforted in knowing there are better times ahead. Psalms 37:10, 11 says “And just a little while longer, and the wicked one will be no more; And you will certainly give attention to his place, and he will not be. 11 But the meek ones themselves will possess the earth, And they will indeed find their exquisite delight in the abundance of peace.” Our Heavenly Father is a God of peace and love. He will help you through these difficult days. Please accept my sincere condolences.

cerrie lang

December 2, 2008

God Bless
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Yet Again another young beautiful woman has been killed through a tragic incident...I have only learned of the tragic true story through the Enquirer magazine...I am ever so sorry for her family...and their untimely loss...i guess you can never be prepared for something with a massive impact like this...My thoughts are with you Amanda...And you're loving family that have lost you....but not forever....

Janese

November 30, 2008

May God's spirit be upon the family and remember to trust in his Son Jesus Christ.

Olivia Barbie

November 28, 2008

Amanda Sweetheart,

Is terrible what happened to you. I am so sorry. You left this earth so soon. Leaving behind your dreams and goals.
Probably God needs you as a angel in the heaven. I know you are in his arms right now. Rest in peace sweet, beautiful Angel. You came in this World with a mission, and one of your mission was to prevent such a tragedy happen to another young girl like you.
God bless your soul & confort your family and friends.

Olivia Barbie

November 28, 2008

To Amanda's Mother,
I feel deeply sad for the tragic loss of your belong beautiful daughter Amanda. She was so young, just a child. I understand how you're feeling I have a daughter too, she is the only child I have. As a mother I can't even imagine the pain you're going through. My heart goes out for you and your family. Remember everything happens for a reason, and only God has the answer. You have two beautiful little boys to take care and a husband. Amanda always will be with you, in your heart and memories. Think about the wonderful momments you both shared together as mother and daughter, how special it was. Take day by day, May God bless you, and give you strenght
Your daughter is next to you...and always will be....your Angel Amanda.
Take care of yourself and your family be strong!

November 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with Amanda's family.
Amanda was a dancing Angel on Earth.
As she will be a dancing Angel in Heaven.
( R.I.P.) Sweet Dancing Angel
May God Bless you all.

tempres love

November 26, 2008

R.I.P Amanda collette
Im so sad.U may not remember me but i wish u were still here right now.
God bless your family.
I fell bad for the loss of your sweet little girl.
I know you are in a better place but just remember you are loved by many
From the Cox family.

November 25, 2008

God Bless and be with you,
I am so sorry for your loss
Broward County Mom

Tanesha Pitts

November 24, 2008

To the Collette Family my condolences are with you in your time of need, may GOD bless and be with you. Love the Pitts Family

Connie Stellato-Combest

November 24, 2008

you haven't been apart of my life except through conversations with your Dad and Aunt but know you are loved and will be missed greatly by all. As difficult it is for us here , in time, we will believe you are in a better place and we will see you when our time comes, Rest well and we will meet one day.
Connie from Lynn Haven, Florida

Summer Davis

November 22, 2008

I miss you so much I wish you were still here but God wanted you more closer to him and only he knows why. But one day we will see you again and when that day comes it will be a blessing. Sleep on my good friend and we will join you in the end. Forever yours with all love RIP

may god keep you in the palm of his hands...

November 22, 2008

~*life isn't measured by the number of breath's you take...
it's measured by the number of moment's that take your breath away*~ my condolences for such a young life taken...

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maribel

November 21, 2008

I wanted to give my condolences to the family of Amanda Collette. I believe that the tragedy of your daughter really hit parents and students close to home even those who did not know her. I can not imagine the devistation your heart must feel. Althought the loss was tragic, life is what is written for us. Unfortunetly we can not change what is written in our book of life. Please believe that she was brought into the lives of everyone that knew her for a reason. You may never know the answer as to why this happened but know that she was here for a reason and there is also a reason she's gone. God needed her to be one of his angels.

lizzie

November 21, 2008

r.i.p amanda u will be missed luv always lizzie

Aunt Anne ,Uncle Paul, Jen, Barb, & Ashley Stellato

November 21, 2008

Gone but not forgotten...You'll be greatly missed yet ALWAYS IN OUR HEARTS.

November 21, 2008

M. Jones

November 21, 2008

A message of comfort to Amanda's family and friends,

It seems unfair to lose a loved one at such a young and tender age. I am truly sorry for your loss. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life’s routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. Psalms 121 is a very comforting scriptural passage. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Cynthia Stone

November 21, 2008

To all of Amanda family and friends may God the keeper of all of us, Blesses and keep you all safe entirely.

Stone Family/ .memory of Rodney Stone# 23

Amanda Johnson

November 20, 2008

R.I.P...........I WILL BE MISSING YOU

terrence sturrup

November 20, 2008

god bless.

colette Henry

November 20, 2008

To the Amanda's family,may god be with you, in the times of needs and he shall comfort you at all time.



Colette Henry

Marie

November 19, 2008

R.I.P Amanda.......To the family we don't know each other but after seeing your story on the news my heart goes out to you. You've created an amazing dancing angel that will always be in your heart. She will always be remembered as your dancing angel.My deepest sympathy goes to you along with my prayers. I will never forget your sweet angel Amanda

elizabeth

November 19, 2008

Dear Amanda's family I know that we don't know each other but I am stopping in to show my sympathy for your lost. I had my ring ceremony today and all I could think of was Amanda. I got a black balloon and I said this is to Amanda who never got to see her 16, 18, and 21 special birthdays. I also said this is to the lovable one who didn't get to see her ring ceremony or graduation. And may the angels dance with her soul.Then I let the balloon go. I'm giving her a nickname which is Angel just like mine because to me she looks like a true dancing angel. And all my prayers are with you.

DEBRA

November 19, 2008

MAY GOD BLESS AND BE WITH YOU'LL.

Tee B

November 19, 2008

R.I.P. Amanda. May God bless this family in their time of need

Chester & Renee Barr & Family

November 19, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May god continue to bless you and your family.

Linda Cabrera

November 19, 2008

R.I.P Amanda.....to the mother of Amanda, we don't know each other but I have a child going to high school next year and I'm terrified, my heart goes out to you and your family. May God Bless you all and guide you through your grief. Be strong and keep your head up high, you need to be strong for your other children and help them understand what has happened. I pray for your family....

Liz

November 19, 2008

My deepest sympathy to your family, though we don't know each other nor ever met, I feel as I was at her services through the pictures on the internet. She is your beautiful Angel. She's resting now and she will be watching over you & your family forever. God Bless you !
Liz, Florida

COURTNEY

November 19, 2008

GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

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