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Debora McCallum
January 23, 2020
I work for NASA and this tears at our souls as we know first hand their tenacity to blaze the trail for future generations. We miss all of these brave souls. All these years later..we remember you still RIP
Leo Horishny
July 28, 2019
I will never forget that morning and watching the liftoff. Though I'd watched many other space missions and watched the Apollo missions, I never thought I would witness a mission failure. It took my breath away. I actually considered and created a cross-stitch in honor of the astronauts but honestly, I couldn't do it, the memory is too sad. My condolences to their families and the mission staff working that day and to those of the Columbia mission. Truly, thank you for your service.
mark montano
January 27, 2019
i will always rember them and that day just the chnagere one in 1986
Pamela Hearty
January 26, 2019
Gone but not forgotten. Rest In Peace.
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Marty Lehr
January 17, 2014
My name is Marty Lehr. I am a songwriter living in New Smyrna Beach, Fl. I watched with great sadness the events as they unfolded on 2/1/03. I was moved to write a song in tribute to the loss of Columbia and her precious human crew. The name of the song is "Used To Be (2.01.03)". The song and lyrics are located at martylehrmusic.com
I believe the song to be a moving and fitting tribute to the Columbia and her crew. Submitted with all due respect. Marty Lehr
March 4, 2013
Today is President Ronald Wilson Reagan marriage to Nancy Davis Reagan 3/4/1952.25 years later he gave another proposal of his love and gave a canoe called TruLuv to the families of thy entire crew of thy shuttle Columbia I feel Total commitment for mankind and their Courage is TruLuv for mankind.I know thy suffering of Jesus Christ and so do you as we recall our Best SirLiamKoppe
DELORES DAVIS
February 4, 2013
REST IN PEACE
Mary
February 4, 2013
My condolences to family and friends. From my home in Ft Worth Tx, I heard the noise when it happened. Will never forget it.
Lorraine Murphy
February 3, 2013
The children of the world today don't remember or were not born when this horrific incident took place.However, the benefits that has come about because of the many space flights will benefit them and all the free world for years to come.I send my condolences to all the families and pray for them all.
Mr./Mrs. Q. Niles
February 2, 2013
All the crew on that Columbia mission have given all of us who remain here on this beautiful earth such lofty heights to aspire to. We look up and see that God has you all in His hands. We remember you proudly and what you did for all of us.
James Murphy
February 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Scott Chamberland
February 1, 2013
Rest in Peace
Art Willett
July 26, 2012
I will always remember that day when I was on the runway waiting for them to come home & got the call.May GOD be with them and there families
Matthew McGuire
May 26, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
February 3, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cat K
February 2, 2011
ITS HARD TO BELIEVE THAT EIGHT HAVE GONE BY......THE CREW OF THE SPACE SHUTTLE COLUMBIA ARE TRUE HEROES...YOU WILL ALWAYS REMEMBERED
Derek Booth
June 13, 2010
Every sigle day I think of ya'll and I just wish I could bring ya'll back, my thoughts and prayers go out to Rick, Whillie, KC, Dave, Mike, Lural and Iloan and there familys, may there all rest in peace forever!!!
Jack
February 1, 2006
STS-107.... We miss you. Everytime I walk past the Statue of Commander Husband at Amarillo International or drive past McCool field in Lubbock I have to look up. The lump in my throat and the glassy eyes are automatic. Such fine examples of the human spirit are needed so badly and sorely missed. God bless the crew of Columbia.
Jerry McInnis
April 8, 2004
In memory of those whom perished in the line of duty and doing what most others only dream of doing. God bless you all!!
Candice L. Simmons
March 30, 2004
We will all remember our heros in space. They will be missed. They are not gone as long as you have them in your heart. Remember the good times. May God continue to Bless and Help you.
Sue Putnam
March 30, 2004
I think each and everyone that does something for our country and our people deserve never to be forgotten. Bless all their families also.
carol
March 28, 2004
may god bless all of you
Laura
March 3, 2004
I'm a quite late at signing this memorial book- but that doesnt make me any less sad. I've read many of the entries and they are so brief- yet so eloquent. Where I live there was little, if any, coverage or rememberance of the Columbia tragedy and that makes me so very sad, too. (In the "hick" county I am forced to now live in- SLO Calif-they dont cover much news outside this county!! You need cable to get tv reception except for the local NBC affiliate and I dont always have access to the tv hooked up to cable.) So, if there were any memorial services broadcast, I was unaware of them. But, that will not stop me from taking the time to remember those brave, adventerous young people who paid the ultimate sacrifice doing what they did the best and were happy doing it. God bless the crew and their families as the one year mark continues. May we all learn from them, the crew members coming from 3 countries and consisting of both genders, that we can get along, respect each other and live in harmony.
SANDY BLANKENSHIP
February 27, 2004
well one year gone without your lovedones they may not be here on earth,but they are with god in heaven and they watch over you each day .
Lennis&Lori Clayton
February 27, 2004
My heart goes out to the families left behind,God Bless you all!!Lennis&Lori Clayton
Matilda Walker
February 26, 2004
My prayer is with you as we approach the anniversary of a day we shall never forget. May God give you strength to move forward.
Dottie Hardin
February 26, 2004
May God continue to smile down upon, and bless the friends and family of our fallen heroes......Love and prayers to you all!
Lilliam Rosa
February 1, 2004
Today is the first anniversary of this terrible loss. We will never forget this day when me and my son were outside of our house waiting to see the shuttle return... May your souls rest in peace.
Ingrid Kirschbaum
January 30, 2004
To the families and friends of the crew of the Columbia we send our heartfelt prayers as we approach the 1st anniversary of the tragic accident that claimed these brave space explorers. We grieve as a country and hope that you are sustained by the thoughts and prayers of the world.
Whenever I gaze at the star-filled night sky, I will think of your loved ones, up there, with others who have given their lives in search of answers to questions that may not have answers.
Frank Giordano
January 29, 2004
God Bless the Brave, the Explorers and the Adventurers.
Scott White
January 27, 2004
My heart was(and still is) saddened to hear of this terrible loss. Families of these Brave men and women, ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deborah Garson
January 8, 2004
You flew to the skies; you never came back. God had a plan for all of you. May your souls rest in peace!
Deborah & Brian Garson
Mary & Bob Pageau
November 30, 2003
Our sincere condolences to the families of the crew of the Columbia Space Shuttle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this Christmas Season.
George Melrose
November 19, 2003
Deeply regret the deaths of such brave young men and women
Maxim Zubrilov
November 13, 2003
Dear Sirs,
It was a great shock for us to hear of the terrible event with Shuttle
Columbia of 1st February, 2003. We would like to express deepest grief and heartleft sympathy to you.
We hope that the day of 1st February, 2003 will never repeat in the space exploration history. We wish that courage, solidarity and mutual aid, the main features of American nation, will help you to stand up in such a hard time.
Sincerely Yours,
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SABRINA MATHIS
October 24, 2003
MY HEART AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL OF THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF THE VICTIMS OF THIS TRAGIC MOMENT.
Shawn Anderson
October 20, 2003
I pray to God that everyone involved in this tragedy is at peace today and foreverafter. To quote Proverbs 16:1 "We can only make our plans, but the final outcome is in God's hands." I firmly believe this and therefore know that they are all in his hands today. They are safe, happy and at peace, and I know they want their families and friends to be as well. God bless us all!
Shawn A. Anderson
Kojo Fletcher
October 1, 2003
Kojo, Margaret, Oliver, Joana, Barbara & Richard Fletcher will always remember YOU. You are our Heros.
God will always be with You.
Sid Hines
September 4, 2003
To the families of all,
The Creator tells us from His Holy Word,"My ways are not your ways, and my thoughts are not your thoughts." We will never fully comprehend tragedies like this. It is my belief and prayer for you all, that you know the comfort of the loving God of all people. I pray that through this experience, you will be empowered to touch the lives of those around you for good.
En Christo,
Sidney Hines
Kevin Flynn
August 12, 2003
For the parents -- Our prayers go out to you in these difficult times. You can be very proud; your sons and daughters served their country with great honor and will never be forgotten. They and you will always be a part of the NASA family.
Lisa Lopiccolo
July 21, 2003
It's been several months since this terrible disaster. As a nation, we are always striving to move ahead with technology. Sometimes the good intentions are shattered by other plans. One can only hope that the lives lost will never be forgotten. May God bless them all and watch over their loved ones.
ALEXANDER BRUNE
July 11, 2003
I CAN'T EVEN BEGIN TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILIES OF THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE COLUMBIA PROGRAM, FROM THE ASTRONAUTS TO THE GROUND CREW TO ALL OF MANKIND. WE WERE ALL IN ON IT TOGETHER. MAY WE ALL CONTINUE TO KEEP THE FAITH AND NEVER STOP REACHING FOR THE STARS.
Nina Taylor
July 4, 2003
My prayers go out to the families of the Columbia.
David C. Johnson
July 1, 2003
My thoughts and prayers are for you and our nation.
Kaarah Martin-Lovell
June 26, 2003
Sincerest condolences to those affected by the great loss. The seven people will live on in the hearts and minds of those who loved them. May they rest in peace.
Eva Flores
June 24, 2003
The world has benefited from your brave space explorations and experiences. We will forever be grateful to you for your work and accomplishments and sacrifices. Thank you for the gift of knowledge you gave the world.
Marci Chester
June 2, 2003
I feel a great deal of sympathy towards the crew members and their families. I can't even begin to express how sorry i am. I personaly don't believe in space travel. Why send a man into space and risk his life when we can do the same with a robot. If we lose a robot, it's just money, but to lose a person, that's love and life and can never be replaced.
Brittany R
May 30, 2003
1st Space Shuttle...The Last Space Shuttle?
Perry Greico
May 30, 2003
Great pioneers,adventurers and truly lucky people to have been part of space exploration.Boldy go...Lest we forget.
Alberta Withrow
May 24, 2003
Thank you for serving your country. Condolences to your families.
Jack O'Neal
April 30, 2003
You are the pioneers that will lead into space and beyond.
Kaye B
April 7, 2003
The world has been forever changed by this loss. Go with God.
Chica A.
April 5, 2003
God Blessed us with your 7, Now HE blesses Himself with the company of
the best!
gina
April 2, 2003
may god bless you all and your families. rest in peace.
William Perry
April 2, 2003
Thank you for your work, we have all benefited. May peace be with your families.
Jackie S.
April 1, 2003
My thought and prayers go out to the family and friends of the space crew. God Bless.
Heather Boyer
March 28, 2003
My thoughts and prayers are with all the family and friends of the wonderful crew lost so tragicly
Heather VanEvery
March 28, 2003
America is truley in debt to you. You took your lives for America which is more then most do. My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. God Bless you all.
Andrea Stockwell
March 28, 2003
I did not know anyone on the space shuttle but my heart goes out to not only the people on the shuttle but to the families. I could never truley imagine how empty you must feel inside. These people were sons,daughters,mothers,fathers,and most of all our friends. I truley hope they understand that they will always be loved and remembered forever. They are safe with our lord now. Stay Strong and God bless.
pooja sharma
March 27, 2003
we all are very proud of you. you will be remember forever.
Ann Francis
March 27, 2003
So, so sorry to the families and friends for your loss. I've been a space travel buff since the the Apollo missions. These seven brilliant people, along with the other 10 who gave their lives for all of us, will always be remembered for their bravery and quest for knowledge. Know that they did not die in vain. Bless you all and the very brave 7 who are up there watching over you.
Dawn Clark
March 24, 2003
God Bless Them All. My Heart Goes Out To The Families!!!!!!!!
James&Judy K. Biggs/Michael W. Garrison
March 22, 2003
God chose 7 of the greatest to place in Heaven by his side. Our prayers go out to all the friends and families of the crew. Always remember you have gardian angels watching over you.
Marty Blackston
March 21, 2003
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this tragic time. God Bless.
FRANCES GEHRT
March 21, 2003
YOU ARE ANOTHER 7 IN HEAVEN.......GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU.....PLEASE SAY HELLO TO MY HUSBAND CLIFFORD WHO ALSO SUDDENLY LEFT ME NOVEMBER 10, 2002. MAY ALL YOUR FAMILIES FIND STRENGTH IN FAITH AND GOD.
Linda Bedwell
March 21, 2003
Good Bless our Lost Crew, Bless the families.
Albin Mathew
March 18, 2003
You were all brave and I hope you will rest in peace and be in the heavens that you explored.
charlene kirby
March 18, 2003
you all are in the heavens that you explored. we are very sorry that your mission ended in sorrow. you all are very special people and may god bless you and your families.
Mike Townsend
March 18, 2003
Our prayers are with all the families.
Linda Tarr
March 18, 2003
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very traggic time in your lifes. May God Bless you all.
rose young-stewart
March 17, 2003
The Heavens opened wide when God saw you coming. A great, great tragedy that will be in the hearts and minds of people over the world, always, has shown us that Love still prevails, that life does go on and that Memory still holds on forever in those who loved you.
Lynn O'Neal
March 17, 2003
I was awakened on Feb.1 with a phone call about the loss of the Columbia. I was shocked and saddened by the tragedy. My next thoughts were how can I help. I belong to a volunteer group, the Harrison County Sheriff's Posse. We were asked if we would like to volunteer to help look for Shuttle debris. I jumped at the chance to do whatever I could to help. My horse and I went for 3 days and looked for debris. I was amazed at how much there was. At first I couldn't describe my feelings about what we were doing. We didn't notice the rain and the cold, nor did we get tired. When our groups were called in for the end of the day, we didn't want to quit. We wanted to continue to help put together pieces of this tragedy so that hopefully it wont happen again.
On the second day out I knew what our mission was. I discovered it after one of the people on our search crew came in with something that put it all together for me. He found a clump of small American flags that were melted together among many other pieces of the debris. It was found in the middle of a cattle farm outside of Nacogdoches, TX. These American flags told us what we were there for-the lives of some great countrymen and women who went beyond the call of duty, doing a job that helps in betterment of our country and the way we live. Every piece of debris I found represented a part of the astronauts' lives and commitments that they and their families made when they became part of the space program.
Thank you for this commitment and to the sacrifices that you have made so that the world can be a better place. Many people don't realize just how important the space program is. It touches our lives daily and I appreciate it so much.
As a teacher, I shared the story of the search and explained to my students what a sacrifice these faithful 7 made for us. It is because of their work that our great country is what it is today.
I took a picture of the flags from the Columbia and my students said we should name it. They named it
"Freedom Columbia" because freedom is what they think of when they see the American flag.
My students and I are very sorry for your loss. We know that God has received great heroes to add to his list of angels. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Lynn O'Neal and the students of Harleton High School, Harleton, TX
Darren Williams
March 17, 2003
God bless to all the crew, may you all rest in peace, my heart goes out to you all. You all made it home, you are all in our hearts. God Bless America X.
Sandra Miller
March 15, 2003
What wonderful ANGELS we now have looking over each and every one of of us! We will never forget them !Love and Prayers to the family and friends of each of our HEROS ...
Jill Pall
March 14, 2003
From Adam's Angels to the families of the crew, our thoughts and prayers are with you- today, tomorrow and always.
L. K.
March 13, 2003
My deepest sympathy goes out to the families of the heroic crew that lost their lives in this tragedy~
With Respect and Admiration
Kathy Whalen
March 12, 2003
The angels from the Space shuttle are in God's arms now. They will always be there to watch over the rest of us. May the families find comfort in the memories of their loved one. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of the families.
Kev Ellis
March 11, 2003
May all of America recover from this terrible and most horrific tragedy. May tomorrows future go on to seek out new adventures within space! My Prayers and Thoughts are with the families of the Columbia Crew...always and forever!
Sonia Gawas
March 11, 2003
May all Rest in Peace.... I share your pain-my husband died on 9/11 when WTC towers collapsed... he is an angel with all of these heroes. My heart is with you.
Wendy & Ray Palazzo
March 9, 2003
Christ is with us always. Seek Him for comfort. See 1 Corinthians 15:54,55 God bless you now and always.
Larry & Debbie Stough
March 8, 2003
With Respect and Admiration
Becca Evans
March 7, 2003
God bless all of the people touched by this tragedy. I share your pain-my son died of cancer the same day this tragedy occured and by chance he was born the day before 9/11 he was born 9-10-01...he is an angel with all of these heroes. He came into this world an Angel and at 16mos. he left to be an Angel in a better place. God Bless Everyone!!! My heart is with you.
Beverly Jahanara
March 6, 2003
God is with us in big ways as well as small. I know somehow he has a plan for each and every family member that has lost a loved one. God is still on the throne. Trust in him. He has all of the people that were in the shuttle in his loving arms. Be at peace. God bless you all.
Janet Heck
March 4, 2003
Tragic end that will be remembered for a long time.
Phil Kitchens
March 3, 2003
For your dedicated contributions to scientific research and space exploration...
Dana Cash
March 2, 2003
My thoughts and prayers are with each one of your families tonight. Each one of the crew members of the shuttle Columbia were very brave. They will always be in our hearts.
John Wise
March 2, 2003
My thoughts and prayers continue to be with the family and friends of Columbia crew.
I believe that each member of the crew is now in a place that is filled with unimaginable beauty, happiness, and most important, knowledge. They are now able to begin understanding all of the many questions that they strived to understand as scientists and explorers here on earth.
They will not be forgotten.
Jenelle Monica
March 2, 2003
Every night when we gaze up at the stars.. we will remember our 7 astronauts that gave their life for humanity and exploration. Their legacy will go on forever. Our thoughts & prayers go out to the families of Columbia 107. Jenelle, Charlie, Alex & Brandon
The Jarretts
March 1, 2003
Even though we never knew the seven heroic astronauts,we pray for all of the family members and friends who lost their loved ones on that dreadful day in Feburary. We know that they are in heaven now, watching over us with the God right by their side. God bless everyone.
Danny Klein
March 1, 2003
Ever since my childhood I've looked to the stars and have been thankful for all the sacrifices made in the name of humanity. My heart goes out to the families of our departed. Please rest easy for they are looking down upon us. Our heroes will always be missed.
Dave and Chris Beauregard
March 1, 2003
May God Bless each of you. Your courage and sacrifice are shining examples for all of us to follow. Thank-You.
Patricia Langloh
February 28, 2003
Words cannot express my sadiness for the loss of such awesome, talented people. The only comfort for me is to know that that died doing what they loved and believed in.
Mr & Mrs Edward Dodge and Family
February 28, 2003
Our prayers and thoughts go out to all the families of the men and women who lost thier lives.They are heroes in our book. God has bought seven angels to watch over all of us. GOD BLESS
The Dodge Family
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