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218 Entries
D B
July 31, 2022
God rest their young beautiful souls.
Ralph Deal
April 20, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
janice fuisz
April 19, 2019
what a shame......
Candace Oxford
April 18, 2019
You will never be forgotten, even 20 years later I can see the horrific event in my minds eye. It brings tears to my eyes, and I can only imagine how much it effects the families and friends. I was able to visit the cemetery a couple times where the crosses and photos were placed shortly after the tragedy.
My prayers are with the families and friends.
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April 18, 2019
Never forgotten ❤❤
Let peace and Grace be restored❤Love
Bruce Cherry
April 18, 2019
You all show the world what peace loving people you all were, in my heart you did, and millions and millions more.
April 18, 2019
Never Forgotten ❤
Connie Perry
April 18, 2019
Rest in peace, you all will always be remembered. God please bring peace to these familys still after these years. God bless all.
miranda ceballos
March 11, 2018
rest in heavenly peace you will never be forgotten
Holly Trueblood
August 25, 2015
Cassie Bernall inspired me to write the following song:
The Lord challenges us to walk in faith
He loves to watch us grow
To see us spread out his love in this world
And to meet the one God that we know
To stand up for him when the world turns away
To be the lone voice in the crowd
To proclaim the joy of his dying for us
To praise him and his love right out loud
For her there was no other way to reply
When asked about what she believed
She knew it was better to praise God and die
Than to deny him and just be deceived
For she got to see the glorious world
where Jesus and his father live
Although her life was short, it was not lived in vain
For her story leaves something to give
She lived to be an example for us
Of what showing true faith would be
For as her story comes and touches us all,
It will always reside within me
So the next time you wonder about God
In anguish, frustration, or stress
Maybe you can find some comfort inside
Of the story of the girl who said "yes"
Leeann Taylor
June 17, 2015
Snow fell on Columbine High School in April, '99 -
The frosty tears the Angels wept for 15 lost young lives.
miranda ceballos
June 19, 2013
I didn't know any of the victims but I will forever. Remember these 13 victims they are sitting next to god .p.s stay strong columbine.
kimmie mcgowan
April 6, 2012
i would like 2 say i am so sorry for what happened on that day u all r in r thoughts & prayers they all were intelligent people 1 girl rachel is touching the world just like she had said on the hands she traced & the writing she said luv 2 my heart goes out 2 every1
alicia acquisto
April 6, 2012
im so very sorry for your losses. im sure they were very great people even though i didn't know them.
Kat Foxe
March 16, 2012
I would like to say that the 13 people are always remembered. They are in Heaven right now, in God's arms where he is taking care of them. I hope that when I meet God one day, I have the opportunity to meet the victims to tell them how sorry I am for their premature passings. I know that I will always remember them.
Katherine Baggeroer
March 16, 2012
I heard about this through my psychology class, and I became interested. I grieve terribly for the losses that came from that day. I will never forget this day and the deaths that came from it. I hope this day will be remembered forever, because it was a national tragedy. My deepest regrets and condolences for the families who lost their sisters and brothers/daughters and sons that day.
Audrey Rodrigues
May 16, 2011
My thoughts go out to the families of the innocent victims that were taken too soon....may they rest in God's arms....
Monique Alvarez
April 6, 2011
What was done to these poor children was wrong. Why do the good people always die?
Gena Schoenthal
February 16, 2011
I was not old enough to learn about this yet. But last year in school I did a report on school shootings. This is still embeded in many peoples minds ad=nd will always be in my heart.
A teacher
December 7, 2010
You have taught me....
Jesus The Resurrection & Life-Jeff & Janice
Jeff & Janice Eble
November 12, 2010
Jesus Welcomes A Child Home-Jeff & Janice
Jeff & Janice Eble
November 12, 2010
Wings Of Love-Jeff & Janice
Jeff & Janice Eble
November 12, 2010
In Loving Memory-Jeff & Janice
Jeff & Janice Eble
November 12, 2010
Elizabeth Crow
June 9, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Rhonda
April 15, 2010
I have done a Memorial to the children that were killed that day on my FB. Every day for 13 days and on the 20th I will do a tribute to all killed and injured and hurting in their hearts. It is always heavy on my heart. They are in God's arms and can never be hurt again. (Rhonda - Littleton)
Michelle Hamlett
April 13, 2010
I can remember the events of April 20th 1999 like it was just yesterday. I have never been to Colorado, Littleton, or ever have had the blessing of meeting any of the victims but I feel as if I know you all from all of the memories shared with us over the years from those who loved you. You would all be approaching your 30's now had you lived. You would undoubtedly have had children of your own by now. I know that what you never experienced on Earth is nothing compared to the joy you can have in Heaven. May I be lucky enough to get to meet up with you all, one day in Paradise. Rest in Peace knowing that you are not forgotten and that you left a legacy that will live forever.
January 26, 2010
The years may come and go. But the memories of our love ones will live on in our hearts forever.
Psalms 147:3-He is healing the broken-hearted ones,and is binding up their painful spots.
DONNA PARKHURST
October 16, 2009
DEAR RACHEL**DANIEL R ** KELLY**KYLE**STEVE**CASSIE**IASIAH**MATTHEW**WILLIAM**JOHN**LAUREN**COREY**DANIEL C FAMLIY`S SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSED I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT SAD DAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL LOVE ALWAYS DONNA
jennie johnson
October 9, 2009
your mother will never be for gotten a part of her @ your dad are in each of you.she and your father are watching all of you from heaven as they did when they were here on earth. the memories of her are strong in your hearts. they will never fade. when the sun rises in the morning and sets in the evening. youll look to the skies youll see them watching and smiling over all of you.their pride and joy jane is with them watching as well.
chad clemons
September 9, 2009
Ask me if I believe in God, and Iwill say YES WITH ALL OF MY HEART
The Heneries of
August 16, 2009
This sad time will be remembered by many people.
All of these kids and teachers are in our hearts forever.
Psalms 37:10
"And just a little while longer, and the wicked ones will be no more"
July 14, 2009
Nichole Newerth
Helen Harper
May 5, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Peggy Roaton
May 5, 2009
May God be with you at this terrible time in your lives. My husband died just over 2 yrs. ago and I think of him every day. God Bless each and every family that lost loved ones.
JAMES SUTHERLAND
May 5, 2009
my thoughts and prayers go out to families who lost a child or children in this horrific thing that happened that we will never understand.a parent should never see their child die its not right, its not the way thing are supposed go! I will never understand the pain you are all going through. I couldnt handle it if one of my children were to pass on before me.So you are all in my thoughts and prayers.Its great to see that the servivors have moved on. to all the rest YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN! psalms 23
May 4, 2009
Losing a child is the worst thing that can ever happen to a parent. You lose a part of yourself that you will never get back. May God continue to bless each and every family that lost someone in this horrible tragedy and let them know that we will never forget the events of that fateful day.
Lisa S.
May 4, 2009
Columbine:::::: You have NOT been forgotten!!!!!! I saw on TV last week that some graduates of Columbine are now teachers there------- PROUD OF YA'LL !!!!
Miss Brandy Porter
May 4, 2009
Nature
As a fond mother, when the day is o'er,
Leads by the hand her little child to bed,
Half willing, half reluctant to be led,
And leave his broken playthings on the floor,
Still gazing at them through the open door,
Nor wholly reassured and comforted
By promises of others in their stead,
Which, though more splendid, may not please him more;
So Nature deals with us, and takes away
Our playthings one by one, and by the hand
Leads us to rest so gently, that we go
Scarce knowing if we wish to go or stay,
Being too full of sleep to understand
How far the unknown transcends the what we know.
By Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
The Poetry Foundation
kris beauchamp
May 3, 2009
we are thinking of you, and your in our
thoughts always, the good people of grand junction, colorado are with everyday!!!
Carol Beck
May 3, 2009
Your families hearts are still heavy from your loss. I am so sorry for this horrible tragedy that changed so many lives. The world continues to pray for the families who lost children and husbands and family members. It seems like yesterday. God Bless!
A. M. H.
May 2, 2009
God bless all those children and their families who fell victim on this tragic event. May forgiveness fall upon those who acted injustly and enlightenment on all of us so that this will never happen again.
CONNIE HOLDER
May 2, 2009
TO ALL THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE A CHILD OR CHILDREN IN THIS TRAGIC SITUATION, I WOULD LIKE TO TELL YOU THAT GOD LOVES EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU. YOUR CHILDREN ARE LOOKING DOWN AND WAITING FOR YOU TO COME TO THEM SO THEY CAN SHOWN YOU WHAT GOD WANTS YALL TO DO IN HIS PLAN. KEEP THE FAITH, THE HOLDER FAMILY WACO,TX.
Carolyn Beckelhimer
May 1, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
May 1, 2009
I was so shocked that day and every day I pass the school I just want to cry. I pray this kind of thing never happens again MY prayers to all the parents who lost their babies!LITTLETON
The Barnes Family
April 30, 2009
This was a great tragedy aand let us all pray that it never happens again. You are suppose to be able to send your kids to school to learn in safety. Now parents will always think can I send them safely to school. I pray for all of the people who were hurt and all of the families who lost people at Columbine.
April 30, 2009
This tragedy will be forever cemented into our heads and those children and their families forever in our hearts. A tear is shed everytime we think of you. I still remember my own kids signing the huge sign in the lunchroom to send to your school. You will always be in our prayers.
The Maines Family - Brandon, Florida
Joan Moore
April 30, 2009
My thoughts and prayers continue for the community and families of everyone effected by this tragic event. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers.
nancy
April 30, 2009
The loss of these children will always act as a reminder to make sure that our own know that they are the most important things to us. May the pain of this event become more bearable with the passage of time.
Kathy Ferguson
April 30, 2009
I have lost a daughter so I know what the parents of these teenagers are feeling. Each year, it is difficult to go through that experience again on the anniversary day. But I also know that God's presence and comfort is always there when we need it. I pray that those who were Christians who were killed had and still have the testimony and legacy that will be used by God to bring others to salvation. My prayers are with all of Columbine and especially the parents.
Pamela Foley
April 30, 2009
My deepest sympathies for this event that happened and still fresh in our hearts. My prayers go out to you.
R. F.
April 30, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with the enitre Columbine community. Though gone, the deceased will never be forgotten. May their families find healing with the passage of time.
Gladys Demson
April 30, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
M Gill
April 29, 2009
Prayers go out to the family and the victims. We must and should stay in the WORD and know that the Bible is the truth
Kelly Pangilinan
April 29, 2009
The movie Dawn Anna which was about Lauren Townsend helped me realize the tragedy that all of you endured. No one knows what it felt like for the children and people involved unless you were there, but we can pray that the memories of the days events will slowly fade but our memories of the people who lost their lives will always be remembered.
Victoria H
April 28, 2009
I was in my junior year of High School when this event occurred. I can still remember the melancholy vibe that filled my highschool halls. It was saturated with fear. It will be a wonderful time when we do not have to live in fear. Psalm 37:29 brings hope. My deepest sympathy to all who were effected.
CRISTY BEASLEY
April 28, 2009
this was a day that i remember it was a sad the kids lost their life for no reason at all my prayers will alway be with the family & friends of all the kids that lost their lives that day and still is [MY GOD BLESS U ALL AND BE WITH U
Holly Harpe
April 28, 2009
This was a sad day for many. May we always remember those that were taken from their families. I pray they receive peace always. I pray we never have a tragedy like this ever again. God bless the families.
Terri Brown
April 28, 2009
God Bless your souls. You have not been forgotten.
Jan Koelsch
April 28, 2009
I was one of the many people who listened and were horrified at the happenings on the day. There is not a way that can explain the events of that day or the taking of lives in such a way.
The lives of those taken that day were snuffed out far too early. But there memories will be remembered forever.
My prayers are with families and friends. May each of you continue to feel God's presence with you.
Karen
April 28, 2009
God Bless you all! The loss is so sad!
April 28, 2009
God Bless each and every family
Darrin Savage
April 28, 2009
Let there be peace on earth and let it begin with all of us.
The Durens
April 27, 2009
It may be tens years out now, but for us- it's still like yesterday! Our hearts reach out to all of the families, and those survivors...know God has a wonderful plan for you.
We often think of those who professed their belief in Christianity...and died for it. How courageous they were; we can only hope to come close to emulating them, even at their young ages.
God Bless You!
Pray for us, and our Country.
Eric Dignazio
April 27, 2009
May God Bless To All!!!
Debbie Caldwell
April 27, 2009
May GOD keep you in peace!!!
Paula Fenton
April 27, 2009
I pray the Lord's presence would engulf each family that lost a loved one that sad day and all who were effected by this tragedy. May God bring peace, comfort, and healing to you all.
April 27, 2009
Godspeed to all of you. You remain in our hearts. Sue
SAVANNAH CHATHAM COUNTY
April 26, 2009
MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU
KEEP THE POWER OF PRAYER IN YOUR HEART.
SAVANNAH CHATHAM COUNTY TEACHER
KATHY
April 26, 2009
MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE THAT HAD SOMETHING TAKEN FROM THEM THAT DAY. MAY EACH AND EVERYONE ONE OF YOU FIND PEACE. WE WILL NEVER HAVE UNDERSTANDING AS TO WHY THINGS LIKE THIS HAPPEN.
April 26, 2009
mY HEART GOES OUT TO ALL OF THE FAMILIES AND VICTUMS OF A NEEDLESS CRIME. MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
Sue
April 25, 2009
May God bless all the families. This event took something from everyone in this country. We will continue to pray for all.
Thea Allison
April 25, 2009
As we pause to remember all of you, may we also remember to take each breathe as a gift, just at you all did. May we also remember to cherish the innocence in our children and to hold them dear.
Roberta Benschoter
April 25, 2009
May God Bless
Mr & Mrs Jones
April 25, 2009
May all continue to find comfort since this tragedy day. Our prayers are that you know that God loves you and has promised that he will make all things new. 2 Peter 3:13 says -"But there are new heavens and a new earth that we are awaiting according to his promise, and in these righteousness is to dwell".
Dea Bennett
April 25, 2009
Please know that we all suffered with you and we'll never forget what you went through.
April 24, 2009
Rachel Joy Scott
Cassie Bernall
Valeen Schnurr
Kacey Ruegsegger
Praying for the family and friends of these Christian students. Heaven is a better place for having Rachel and Cassie in it. May all who know them experience God's peace.
kim stamm
April 24, 2009
God holds all of these in his hands. God gives you strength and faith. Keep the memories of your loved ones deep in your heart, knowing one day you will again be toghether.
Katie Vinyard
April 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are w/all those who have died on this day. We are thinking of the families w/sympathy and prayers
teresa echard
April 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are w/all those who have died on this day. We are thinking of the families w/sympathy and tenderness.
Cheryl Lynch
April 24, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the loved ones of this tragic happening. I hope you can remember God is always with you.
Tina Marie
April 24, 2009
This is still so FRESH. My family and many other keep prayers with all the famlies that have lost loved ones from this tragic situation. We continue to pray for everyone affected. Moarning seems to take such alongtime. The pain never goes away. This will never be forgotten. Every year that has past seems as though it happened just yesterday. There are not enought tears that we can all cry. Painful very painful even for all of us that didn't have a personal connection to any of the students or their families. May they all R.I.P.. They are our Angels at Heavens Gate. My all the good memeories be held close to the hearts of all that had some type of relationship for each of these indivduals. My we all continue to keep in prayer. Peace & Blessings
JACOB
April 24, 2009
MAY ALL THE FAMILIES OF Columbine BE REMEMBERED FOR ADD DAYS AHEAD AND MAY GOD BLESS THEM ALWAYS.
MiMi Pfeifer
April 24, 2009
This will never be forgotten. We will continue to pray for you all.
Linda White
April 24, 2009
God be with everyone touched by this horrible event.
MISTY
April 23, 2009
MAY YOUR HEART'S ALWAYS BE FILLED WITH GREAT MEMORIES OF YOUR LOVED ONES. NOTHING WILL EVER REPLACE THEM, BUT ALWAYS REMEMBER THEM.
Mary Smith
April 23, 2009
GOD BLESS ALL THE FAMILYS OF Columbine You all remain in our hearts.
Shauna Paskell
April 23, 2009
God bless all the families. YOu all will be in our hearts.
Minister Goodwin
April 23, 2009
I am so sorry about your lost. I have two children and every day I pray a blessing on their life that God would still cover them even though they are grown and have their own families. I can't imagine what life would be like without them. I share in your lost and hope that one day it will get a bit easier to bare. I wish you the best and will say cherish the best memories that you have of your children, think of the great times that you had with them and praise God that you had the time you did with them. Amen!
Meghan Strasser
April 23, 2009
My highschool is doing Rachel's challenge in honor of her death in the shooting. Her and all of the victims has touched us all
from Meghan
Wanda Graham
April 23, 2009
We will always forever remember the wonderful souls that was taken from us. May God Bless each family.
Michelle Pearce
April 23, 2009
To all of the families that lost a loved one on that tragic day, please find peace in your hearts. The beautiful souls are with their Lord. I pray for you to have strength and courage everyday. All my love.
Larry Marrs
April 22, 2009
May we as a Nation never forget the families and the loss they suffered that day our prayers and love go out to You
God Bless.
Cindy Sweet
April 22, 2009
Your precious children will never be forgotten or the teachers who tried to protect them. God has brought good out of this horrible event
WL Smith
April 22, 2009
For the families, sorry for your loss. God bless you all.
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