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Lucy Vodden Obituary
Her death was announced Monday by St. Thomas' Hospital in London, where she had been treated for the chronic disease for more than five years, and by her husband, Ross Vodden. Britain's Press Association said she died last Tuesday. Hospital officials said they could not confirm the day of her death.
Vodden's connection to the Beatles dates back to her early days, when she made friends with schoolmate Julian Lennon, John Lennon's son.
Julian Lennon, then 4 years old, came home from school with a drawing one day, showed it to his father, and said it was "Lucy in the sky with diamonds."
At the time, John Lennon was gathering material for his contributions to "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band," a landmark album released to worldwide acclaim in 1967.
The elder Lennon seized on the image and developed it into what is widely regarded as a psychedelic masterpiece, replete with haunting images of "newspaper taxis" and a "girl with kaleidoscope eyes."
Rock music critics thought the song's title was a veiled reference to LSD, but John Lennon always claimed the phrase came from his son, not from a desire to spell out the initials LSD in code.
Vodden lost touch with Julian Lennon after he left the school following his parents' divorce, but they were reunited in recent years when Julian Lennon, who lives in France, tried to help her cope with the disease.
He sent her flowers and vouchers for use at a gardening center near her home in Surrey in southeast England, and frequently sent her text messages in an effort to buttress her spirits.
"I wasn't sure at first how to approach her," Julian Lennon told the Associated Press in June. "I wanted at least to get a note to her. Then I heard she had a great love of gardening, and I thought I'd help with something she's passionate about, and I love gardening too. I wanted to do something to put a smile on her face."
In recent months, Vodden was too ill to go out most of the time, except for hospital visits.
She enjoyed her link to the Beatles, but was not particularly fond of "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds."
"I don't relate to the song, to that type of song," she told the Associated Press in June. "As a teenager, I made the mistake of telling a couple of friends at school that I was the Lucy in the song and they said, 'No, it's not you, my parents said it's about drugs.' And I didn't know what LSD was at the time, so I just kept it quiet, to myself."
Vodden is the latest in a long line of people connected to the Beatles who died at a relatively young age.
The list includes John Lennon, gunned down at age 40, manager Brian Epstein, who died of a drug overdose when he was 32, and original band member Stuart Sutcliffe, who died of a brain hemorrhage at 21.
A spokeswoman for Julian Lennon and his mother, Cynthia Lennon, said they were "shocked and saddened" by Vodden's death.
Angie Davidson, a lupus sufferer who is campaign director of the St. Thomas' Lupus Trust, said Vodden was "a real fighter" who had worked behind the scenes to support efforts to combat the disease.
"It's so sad that she has finally lost the battle she fought so bravely for so long," said Davidson.
Copyright © 2009 The Associated Press
83 Entries
LESLEY CASSANITI
January 23, 2022
BLESs HER ! i ALSO CRYED WHEN THE BEATLES BROKE UP
kris kallenborn
June 28, 2019
She sounds exactly as julianne described her. As lucy in the sky with diamonds. May you shine on forever.
Dale Moore
October 18, 2012
I just watched a video of Jullian Lennon talking about the loss of his friend, Lucy, and it speaks volumes about how much he cared.
lesley szczyglowski
March 8, 2012
March 2012
Dear Ross, I wonder if you ever look on the pages now. I was friends with Lucy, but we lost touch. I spoke with her in 2008 to tell her i was getting married. I'm devestated to hear she has died. She was such a good friend, i'm so sorry to have lost touch. The world has lost a wonderful women. Even though she was ill, herself, she still campaigned to help others. I feel blessed to know she was my friened and I'll never forget the day she fell backwards off my garden wall. We shouldn't have laughed, but we did. It still makes me giggle today. She was always there when needed. i'm so sorry she has gone. Lesley Szczyglowski from Ealing London xxx
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Muhammad Muadeem
December 6, 2009
Dear Lucy,
You will be missed.
But now you are with John and George,
Lucy Vodden,,,,,,I SALUTE YOU !
October 18, 2009
I Love that song , always have and always will .
Now I know where it came from . I am sorry about
the death but now she is truly LUCY IN THE SKY WITH DIAMONDS
MO
Tammy Vodden
October 17, 2009
Lucy,
Fly Free To the "Diamonds In The Sky" You are forever missed by your many loved ones, you touched the hearts of thousands!
October 15, 2009
I want to say how sorry I am to hear of her passing. She is the one my child named his daughter "Lucy". We lost her this past July, she was only 9 months old.. She died of SIDS. But now our Lucy and her will be together and it is so true now, both of them are our "Lucy in the skys with dimonds!" Love the Zaino family (Norcross GA)
Betty Thomas
October 13, 2009
I am sorry to hear of your loss. We have the comfort of knowing that death, pain and sickness will be no more. And the hope of everlasting life here on earth. Please find some comfort in these scriptures.
October 12, 2009
I am very sorry to hear this news...wishing Ms.Lucy's Family & Friends a very heartfelt condolence & believing that she is (Smiling) upon us and dancing (to another song :) in that "Big Blue Wonder of Heaven Above" ... ps, nice of Julian to k-i-t & hope he made her smile... Sincerely, *Anita J. VF (Florida, USA) Oct.12, 2009 Mon.
October 12, 2009
May Lucy's family and friends take solace in the inspirational life Lucy lived, from the nursery with Julian Lennon to her courageous fight against lupus. She will be remembered fondly.
WIth Sincere Sympathy,
Melissa Swoager
Philippians 4:4-7
October 10, 2009
To the Family and Friends of Ms. Lucy Vodden
May God's undeserve kindness be with you in your time of need. One day death will be swallowed up. Isaiah 25: 8
God promise love ones will live again. Isaiah 26:14
With deep sympathy
D, Sub
October 10, 2009
You are in great company Lucy. Thank you for being the inspiration to that song. Rest in peace. Teresa, Soap Lake, Wa.
October 8, 2009
Lucy, you are now a shining star like a diamond in the sky. Give our best to John and George!
October 8, 2009
RIP Lucy, we all love your song, and you will be immortalized forever every time we sing about you in the "sky with diamonds."
B Brown
October 7, 2009
God Bless, You truely are "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds".
October 6, 2009
RIP Lucy and may the sky be filled with the diamonds of your strength. May God comfort your loved ones. Chris Anchorage AK
October 6, 2009
RIP Lucy...
Fuzzy Napalm
October 6, 2009
RIP Lucy....
Jeff Stalnaker
October 5, 2009
My condolences to Lucy's family. You are in my prayers. May the Lord bless and comfort you in your time of sorrow and always.
Eddie Morquecho
October 5, 2009
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Vodden Family from a long-time fan of The Beatles music.
Eddie
Jon Lowder
October 3, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
John Trani
October 2, 2009
Dear Mr.Ross Vodden,
I did not know Lucy but was deeply saddened to read of her passing. As a lifelong musician and devote' of the Beatles- I feel as though another flower from the garden of love their music gave us has been taken from us all. Seeing her picture-I can't image the "Lucy" in the song as having a more warm and beautiful smile. May God help you though your loss and ease your sorrow.
sincerely,
John Trani
(Connecticut, USA)
Jon Lowder
October 2, 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
Stephen Comency
October 2, 2009
My deepest sympathy to the Vodden family. God bless Lucy!
Joella Varner
October 1, 2009
To the Family of Lucy Vodden, My deepest sympathies go out to you may you all continue to cherrish the wonderful memories that you all shared together. Just reading about her being friends with the Lennons is worth remembering.
God is for us a refuge and strength.
A help that is readily to be found during distresses.
(Psalms46:1)
Cheryl Bean
October 1, 2009
I dont know Lucy but I know her courage and have seen and admire it everytime. She lived a full 46 years and has been an encouragement to many. Not everyone can say that. Prayers for her friends and family.
Cheryl Bean
October 1, 2009
I dont know Lucy but I know her courage and have seen and admire it everytime. She lived a full 46 years and has been an encouragement to many. Not everyone can say that. Prayers for her friends and family.
Desiree' Lewis
October 1, 2009
My condolences to the family of Lucy Im sure she was a jewel & must have been a diamond. Its crazy how someone you dont even know can effect your life in some way it just shows how small this big world really is. I know its probably very hard on the family but her soul is at total peace now. Rest peacefully Lucy and as for the family....Laugh till you cry & dance like no one is watching!! Enjoy your life Im sure she would want that.
Tom Layton
October 1, 2009
I would like to express my sympathies to the family and friends of Lucy. I hope that this wonderful promise found in Second Corinthians 1:3,4 will bring you comfort.
Glenda Jenkins
October 1, 2009
There must be such a joyous reunion in the promised land...
Trish
October 1, 2009
My condolences to the Vodden Family, Julian Lennon and Cynthia Lennon. Lucy, tell John and George hi for all of us here. My thoughts are with you all.
October 1, 2009
To Lucy Vodden's Family and friends,
Try not to think of her passing as a battle lost, rather as a peacefulness won.
May her story bring us closer to a cure.
Ms Bea
September 30, 2009
My condolences to family and friends. How I do remember that song. I hope that you recover from your loss and let God's promise comfort you from day to day. Psalms 147:3
S H (Rev 21:3,4)
September 30, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Chuck Whitley
September 30, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Lucy Give George and John a hug
william jordan
September 30, 2009
thank you Julian for Lucy
DENNY MARTIN
September 30, 2009
LUCY,DARLING,YOU WILL ALWAYS BE THAT BEAUTIFUL INNOCENT LITTLE MYSTERY GIRL WHO CAPTIVATED AND INSPIRED A LITTLE BOY TO MAKE YOU INTO A WORK OF ART.YOU WERE PROBABLY JULIAN LENNON'S FIRST "CRUSH",YET,YOU BECAME EVERY BOY'S LITTLE CRUSH BECAUSE YOU REPRESENTED EVERY LITTLE GIRL BOYS DREAM ABOUT IN SCHOOL GROWING UP.YOU COULD VERY EASILY BE LIKENED TO A CHILDHOOD MONA LISA WITHIN THAT INNOCENCE AND PURITY.JOHN LENNON TURNED US ON TO A GREAT SONG.YOU TURNED ON THE MODERN WORLD AS WHAT A "FIRST CRUSH" SHOULD FEEL LIKE.YOU ARE STILLA DOUBLE FANTASY;ONE TO DREAM ABOUT WHILE GROWING UP AND ANOTHER ONE TO GAZE WISTFULLY BACK ON LIKE AN OLD GIRLFRIEND WHO INSIRED US ALL IN ORDER TO HANDLE ANYTHING LIFE SET IN OUR PATHS ALONG THE WAY.LUCY,I LOVE YOU AND I AM STILL LEARNING TO LOVE ALL YOUHAVE AFFECTED IN THIS LIFE.YOU HAVE YOUR SKY WITH DIAMONDS NOW AND THE DREAMS OF YOU WILL LIVE ON AS SURE AS THE CLOUDS ROLL BY,THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A GREATFUL FEELING IN ALL OF OUR HEARTS FOR A LITTLE GIRL WE ALL KNEW AS LUCY... WHENEVER THE CHIPS ARE DOWN,I WILL ALWAYS LOOK SKYWARD FOR A SIGN OF INSPIRATION AND I'LL SEE YOUR SWEET LITTLE SMILE GAZING DOWN ON ME IN APPROVAL THAT WHATEVER I DO,IT WILL TURN OUT ALRIGHT...
DENEGRE MARTIN
September 30, 2009
LUCY,DARLING,YOU WILL ALWAYS BE THAT BEAUTIFUL INNOCENT LITTLE MYSTERY GIRL WHO CAPTIVATED AND INSPIRED A LITTLE BOY TO MAKE YOU INTO A WORK OF ART.YOU WERE PROBABLY JULIAN LENNON'S FIRST "CRUSH",YET,YOU BECAME EVERY BOY'S LITTLE CRUSH BECAUSE YOU REPRESENTED EVERY LITTLE GIRL BOYS DREAM ABOUT IN SCHOOL GROWING UP.YOU COULD VERY EASILY BE LIKENED TO A CHILDHOOD MONA LISA WITHIN THAT INNOCENCE AND PURITY.JOHN LENNON TURNED US ON TO A GREAT SONG.YOU TURNED ON THE MODERN WORLD AS WHAT A "FIRST CRUSH" SHOULD FEEL LIKE.YOU ARE STILLA DOUBLE FANTASY;ONE TO DREAM ABOUT WHILE GROWING UP AND ANOTHER ONE TO GAZE WISTFULLY BACK ON LIKE AN OLD GIRLFRIEND WHO INSIRED US ALL IN ORDER TO HANDLE ANYTHING LIFE SET IN OUR PATHS ALONG THE WAY.LUCY,I LOVE YOU AND I AM STILL LEARNING TO LOVE ALL YOUHAVE AFFECTED IN THIS LIFE.YOU HAVE YOUR SKY WITH DIAMONDS NOW AND THE DREAMS OF YOU WILL LIVE ON AS SURE AS THE CLOUDS ROLL BY,THERE WILL ALWAYS BE A GREATFUL FEELING IN ALL OF OUR HEARTS FOR A LITTLE GIRL WE ALL KNEW AS LUCY...
Uncle J
September 30, 2009
Goodnight Lucy.
Christine Gibson
September 30, 2009
Family
In our fathers' house is a many a rooms, Lucy has her own and she is special to many that remain behind. I've loved the song from my earlier years as I do now. Lucy to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Rest in peace LUCY!
Sincerely
Barb & Tom Layton
September 30, 2009
To the family of Lucy Vodden.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May the words in John 5:28,29 be of comfort to you.
Kathy Walters
September 30, 2009
To the family of Lucy Vodden,
When the press announced Lucy was living with Lupus, my website filled up with others searching for answers to their own health.
The awareness Lucy gave to others went unseen with this horrible disease in which we must live with.
Lucy Vodden, you helped so many with your story and will continue to do so in the afterlife...
God Bless
Kathy Walters~Founder
www.LupusMCTD.com
Patti Palmer
September 30, 2009
My deepest sympathies to the family of Lucy Vodden. My Mother In Law died after suffering with Lupus for 11 years. Although it has been more than 20 years since she died, it never leaves you the memories of such a hard fought battle. It is a horrible disease that I had hoped and prayed would be cured by now. I am a huge Beatle fan, and always loved the song she inspired so many years ago. I loved the truth, that this was a little girl that inspired a drawing by a little boy, a school chum; not the drug reference that so many assume.
God Bless you and Lucy, who is surely in the sky with God now.
Patti Palmer - [email protected]
La Porte, TX, USA
September 30, 2009
To the family of Lucy Vodden,
We were sorry to read of how Lupus took her life at such a young age.
Our sister died at the age of 35 because of Diabetes complications.
We are very sad that she is gone - Isaiah 33:24, but we know that we have a scriptural hope of seeing her again, alive and free from the pain and suffering she had to live with - Acts 24:15.
May you find comfort & strength to carry on during these somber days.
The Heneries
September 30, 2009
" Lucy's in the Sky with Divine ones "..
Mrs.Bobbi
September 30, 2009
To the Family of Lucy Vodden,
I am so sorry for the death of some one who inspired the wonderful song-"Lucy in the sky with diamonds". What a great memory it brings me when I hear it.
This has to be a very hard time for the family so I wanted to share some encouraging thoughts from the Bible.
At Psalms 34:18-"God is near to those that are broken at heart, and those who are crushed in spirit he saves."
May you find a bit of solace and confidence knowing that Lucy is in God's loving with the hope of having her life restored on a righteous, peaceful earth where death will be no more.(Revelation 21:4)
Psalms 37:29-"The righteous themselves...
I hope these scriptures bring the family a measure of peace.
From a Stranger who truly cares.
Lynne Stevenson
September 30, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to Mrs. Vodden's family. Rest In Peace, Lucy! Please know that people all around the world are mourning right along with your immediate family.
Mary Smith
September 30, 2009
Vodden family,
My sincere condolences on the death of your loved one. The song " Lucy int he Sky With Diamonds" was a favorite of mine and will always be remembered. We are so thankful that Lucy Vodden was "that girl" in the song. Is there hope for our dead loved ones? God promises that death will be eliminated and that he will remember our dead loved ones. His words in the scriptures at Isaiah 25:8 and Job 14:14,15 bring us comfort and give us hope.
louis carwell
September 30, 2009
Thanks Lucy Vodden for the inspiration of Lucy in the sky with diamonds.Rest in peace and God Bless.
Henryk Zaleski
September 30, 2009
Rest among the stars and sparkle forever.
September 30, 2009
I am so sorry the world has lost the true "Lucy In The Sky With Diamonds" Thank you Julian for her story. I hope you are doing well. My blessings to her family,I have for years wondered who that beautiful girl was.The story is now complete for me. God Bless! Margie
Catherine Vanaskey
September 29, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family, I have been battling lupus for 5 yrs now too and am very sorry to hear about Lucy. I hope that all the donations will help to find a cure.
September 29, 2009
i am a nurse 30+ yrs and when i first started out worked the 11pm to 7 am shift..worked that shift for years....
on my break i would sit in the hospital courtyard like many nurses did and on a clear night changed professions from nurse to star gazer...the song....."lucy in the sky with diamonds" became our theme song and we sang it faithfully every night at break..it brought joy and smiles to our faces and prepared us for our return back to the unit to help those who were suffering, dying from cancer and the few that we saw get well enough to return home to die...LUCY....i would like to thank you personally for helping me get through each night..you were truly a angel of mercy then and an angel now with wings...fly high LUCY you earned it........and my nurses pin....prayers and thoughts go out for family and friends.....
trish ....nurses do care!!!!!!!
September 29, 2009
You are now truly Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds...RIP!
cathy stephenson
September 29, 2009
you will live on forever R.I.P.
Terri Mento
September 29, 2009
Lucy,
Now you are the brightest diamond in the sky. I would close my eyes listening to this song, and a peaceful feeling would come over me. May you have that peace now.Say hello to John up there!
Condolences to Lucy's family and friends. Take a small amount of comfort that she is thought of by so many strangers who think of her as a friend.
PJ Arnette
September 29, 2009
I am sorry to hear of Lucy's passing. I just learned of the song's meaning. What a neat story. Like "Hey Jude" was about Julian, Lucy had a song too! RIP Lucy.
September 29, 2009
So sorry for your loss of Lucy...Her song is on our cell phones download, as we lost our Lucy, October 7th last year. We will now pray for both our Lucy's....
Rest in peace and know how much you are loved by your family..
God Bless..
Rosanne Giuliano
MILLIE
September 29, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sheila Smith
September 29, 2009
Rest in Peace Lucy.
June Ann Carter
September 29, 2009
Peace and Love to Lucy in Heaven!!!
Jon Lowder
September 29, 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
Jackie Clark
September 29, 2009
Sorry to hear of your loss. But she will be reunited with her family in a peaceful new Heaven and earth.
Revelation 21.1-4.
God Bless your family.
September 29, 2009
My condolance to Lucy's family....I understand all to well the debilitating effects of Fibromyalgia/Lupus as I have suffered with it for years...I understand the importance of friendship of family and friends, as it is terribly important to me! I have sorrow for her family for what it has put them through....So Lucy rest in peace...you were loved and will always be remembered by your family and friends! Sincerely, Darlene Steward, Idaho
elaine kennedy
September 29, 2009
Rest in Peace Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds May you shine on!!!!
Donna Plank
September 29, 2009
Lucy - You are now in the sky with true diamonds... R.I.P.
September 29, 2009
Now that is history that I never knew. RIP LSD
Mark Steven
September 29, 2009
RIP Lucy ...may I offer a Tribute :
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJAUGjg1fTM
September 29, 2009
Lucy, you are truly now "In The Sky With Diamonds" You shall always be remembered by many Beatle fans who love the song.
Jim Blythe Tucker, Georgia
September 29, 2009
Lucy in the sky...with Diamonds.
To her family and friends...you'll all be in our prayers
Tim and Gayle Tinsley
Garland, Tx.
Ann A
September 29, 2009
RIP Lucy in the sky...
kim seeley
September 29, 2009
that was my fav. song, its nice to know how it begain.
coral green
September 29, 2009
How very sad for her family, my condolences. I Love that song it helped me through alot of lonely teenage girl days.
R Golay
September 29, 2009
To the the family of Lucy Vodden - May God give you peace and comfort through his word and the Lord Jesus Christ during this time of sorrow,I know that Lucy will be missed by many.
Dorothy Niblick
September 29, 2009
Lucy, may you flourish in the gardens of Heaven. My condolences to your family. Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds...forever. RIP.
Original Beatles Fan from waaaay back,
Rhonda Powers
September 28, 2009
So sorry she's gone. I understand she battled long and hard to get thur this . Sometimes it's just not enough. I hope she had a pleasant life before lupus hit her. God bless her and comfort her family.
Chris Varner
September 28, 2009
i always listering to that song all of the time..i am truly sorry for your loss..
The Daniels Family
September 28, 2009
Our deepest condolences are offered to Lucy's family and friends. May your precious memories and the Bible's promise, "that God will wipe out every tear from our eyes, and death will be no more, neither mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore..."
David Bradley
September 28, 2009
To the family of Lucy,
As a devout Beatles fan and my all time favorite song was Lucy in the sky with diamonds.I use to picture Lucy in my mind as who she was and what she looked like when I was a teen.Now she turned out to be a very strong willed person who had the fight of her life on her hands which she has now lost.Lucy may you rest in peace and you'll always be my diamond in the sky.
Steve Ray
September 28, 2009
To The Family Of Ms. Lucy - How Sad You Could Not Enjoy Life The Way Many Take For Granted. The Sky Is A More Beautiful Place Now That You Are Looking Down From Above.
Stacy Smith
September 28, 2009
To the family of Lucy Vodden,
I would like to express my deepest condolences, I know the kind of pain she went through, as I have a family member who suffers from this horrible disease. May Lucy always be remembered as not only a carefree little girl who was the muse to a beautiful song, but also as a brave, strong-willed fighter!
Rest in Peace Lucy.
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