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Fort Lauderdale Airport Shooting Victims Obituary
The attack took place in the baggage claim area of Terminal 2 just before 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 6, 2017. A spokeswoman for the Broward County Sheriff’s Department said that the shooter is in custody. The motive for the shooting is not known, but the perpetrator is believed to have acted alone.
Airport officials suspended flights and closed the airport temporarily.
“Our community extends its thoughts, prayers, and support to the victims and their families,” Fort Lauderdale Mayor John P. “Jack” Seller said in a statement.
Among the victims were three people who flew into Fort Lauderdale to board cruise ships headed for the Caribbean.
Olga Woltering, 84, of Marietta, Georgia, was going on a cruise with her husband, Ralph, who was celebrating his 90th birthday. He survived the attack.
Terry Andres, 62, of Norfolk, Virginia, was going on a cruise with his wife, Ann, to celebrate his birthday, which is later this month. She was unharmed during the attack.
Michael Oehme, 57, of Council Bluffs, Iowa, had flown to Florida with his wife, Kari, for a cruise. She injured her shoulder but was expected to recover.
81 Entries
Rocko Blueee
May 16, 2017
My heart bleeds at the thought of this
Ann Stokman
May 15, 2017
Sorry to hear of this
February 7, 2017
Our hearts are touched by your loss and we pray that Almighty God will give you strength, courage, but most of all peace in coming days ahead. Isa. 41: 10,13
January 19, 2017
There are no words to describe the pain felt when a loved one dies. Only God truly knows how we feel. He has promised to end death & will do so very soon. Until then may He continue to provide the comfort needed. Psalms 29:11
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Jennifer Baribault
January 16, 2017
There are no words that anyone could say at this difficult time, which it so sad to hear about this mass Shooting that went on at the Fort Lauderdale Airport. My Heart goes out to the victims families who lost their loves, which they will never see again, but you could cherish the memories, the precious moments that you could look back on. Also, the only thing I could say is we need to live one day at a time, which we have no idea when our number is up. When will it stop, every time I hear a LATE BREAKING NEWS about a mass shooting that takes places College, Night Clubs, Shopping Malls & Airports. My thoughts, prayers are with the families and friends of the victims at this difficult tragedy time.
TC
January 15, 2017
Sending my condolences to the families. In the near future, God's kingdom will do away with all wickedness. The earth will then be filled with meek ones.
Ps 37:9-11
Jennifer
January 14, 2017
My deepest condolences to all the families and friends of the people that died at the airport. Godspeed to all the victims, and may Jesus's everlasting love be with you.
D. Ohio
January 14, 2017
This is so sad to hear that innocent people
have lost their lives and families have lost
their love one's.
My deepest sympathy to all the families
and friends of these victims.
May you find comfort in the words Jesus
spoke at John 6:44.
Sara House
January 12, 2017
This is a terrible tragedy for all . My sincerest condolences to the families of the fallen victims.
January 11, 2017
I'm sorry for your loss.
Lpc
January 10, 2017
My most deepest condolences and sympathies to all the families of the Fort Lauderdale Airport Shooting,
May the God of comfort be with you and your loving families and friends during these difficult times. We all yearn for better conditions, but it's comforting to know that Our God his word speaks of a time when all sorrow will be gone and that mankind will live in beautiful surroundings with nothing to fear. Isaiah 65:17,21-24.
Hyla Rumper
January 10, 2017
My deepest heartfelt sympathy goes to the Fort Lauderdale Airport shooting Victims Family. May you cherish the wonderful memories, and may the following scripture give you and your family comfort; "Trust in him at all times, O people. Before him pour out your heart. God is a refuge for us." (Psalm 62:7&8)
Ada White
January 10, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with the victims of this horrible crime. I can't possibly know what they are going through, but indeed it has to be difficult. Remember that God sees your pain, feels your pain, and wants to help heal the pain. In times like this, it's important to call out to him.
lauren dougherty rowe
January 9, 2017
Sending heartfelt prayers of strength and divine Peace to all who are suffering.
R
January 9, 2017
The sudden loss of a loved one can be so overwhelming & hurtful. Our Heavenly Father knows your pain & cares deeply for you. Lean on Him for strength & support. He is the Hearer of prayer who supplies peace & comfort at the right time. May precious memories warm your hearts. Jerimiah 29:11
January 9, 2017
YOUR FAMILY HAVE OUR SINCERE CONDOLES FOR YOUR LOSS.DOING THIS TIME THERE WILL BE TEARS.BUT PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT EVEN JESUS GAVE WAY TO TEARS WHEN SOMEONE HE LOVED DIED. JOHN 11:35.
January 9, 2017
Look forward to seeing your dear loved ones again in paradise.
RJ
January 9, 2017
Sending heartfelt condolences to the families who lost their loved ones. May it bring some comfort to know others are thinking of you. Your friends are missing your loved ones also, and will be there to support you. May the warm memories of joyful times together give you strength. Let the Hearer of prayer support you during this sad time, because He cares for you.
January 9, 2017
My condolences to the family, may you gain the strength to endure this most difficult time of much sorrow and pain.
Phillipians 4:6,7
NC
January 9, 2017
My hear goes out to the families of the victims in this tragedy. Please accept my condolences. So sad. May the God of all comfort be with the families during this time.
January 9, 2017
My expressions of deep and heartfelt sympathy are with the families who lost their loved one in this terrible tragedy at Fort Lauderdale Airport. I'm very sorry for your loss. I pray that God will give you the comfort and the encouragement you need to get through this difficult time. May these words at Psalms 91: 2 and 4 become a source of strength.
Jean M Haught
January 9, 2017
Prayers for those we lost and for there family God bless the all
Valenda Newell
January 9, 2017
PRAYERS AND BLESSINGS
January 9, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Just something thinking of you
January 9, 2017
Praying for the souls that were lost, those recovering and for the families left behind to grieve from this senseless act. You are in my thoughts and prayers
January 9, 2017
My sympathy and prayers are with the families during this difficult time and days ahead.
Janelle Edmondson
January 9, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief and sorrow. May you find peace and comfort in Jesus as only he can give.
RW
January 8, 2017
My heart goes out to all those effected by this unforseen occurrence Ecclesiastes 9:11.
We are living in very difficult times may it help to know that the creator can and will repair our hearts though faith in his son Jesus Christ 1 Thessalonians 4:14.
Rose
January 8, 2017
May GOD be with you and your family during this heartbreaking time. You are forever in my prayers. Sincerely, Rose
Lisa Jarrell
January 8, 2017
Gone Not Forgotten Forever in our heart and Mind .
Love Isabel
January 8, 2017
Sending my heartfelt prayers and sympathy to the families of those who died in this shooting. May the power beyond what is normal that comes from God strengthen and comfort all of you. And please know that there are many who have you in their daily thoughts and prayers.
Jane Dowling
January 8, 2017
Prayers ~
Nancy Woodwell-Freedman
January 8, 2017
Thoughts, prayers & deep condolences go out to the families and friends of the victims of this senseless tragedy. May happy memories of your loved ones be a comfort to you. May they rest in eternal peace and may the perpetual light shine upon them.
January 8, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one.
May the love and compassion of God, be with the family and friends, during and after these difficult times.
January 8, 2017
R.I.P. and GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES.
FTMY FL
Ronald Hun
January 7, 2017
No one will ever replace these beautiful souls tragically taken too soon. Our prayers and love for everyone unsettled by this unnecessary violence. May Divine Love truly heal and transmute this tragedy into peace and tolerance for all.
Linda Greene
January 7, 2017
My thoughts and prayers are for everyone at this sad time.
Michelle Valdes
January 7, 2017
My deepest sympathies to all the families that have been touched by this tragedy. May God give all of you strength beyond what is normal.
May they rest in peace
A M
January 7, 2017
January 7, 2017
Prayers to everyone in Ft Lauderdale We are not even safe at the airport baggy claim when will it stop
Christine Moser
January 7, 2017
Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. Prayers
January 7, 2017
May God be with you
Glen Hausfeld
January 7, 2017
Peace.
A
January 7, 2017
Didi
January 7, 2017
My condolences to the families of the victims of this senseless killing. May the families experience the "peace that passeth all understanding" from the author of peace.
Yvonne
January 7, 2017
I have flown into the Fort Lauderdale airport several times. So sorry to the family and friends of the victims of this terrible tragedy.
Phillips
January 7, 2017
My heart goes out to all those who lost their love ones
May the God who love and cares for all of us hear your prayers for comfort and strength to endure this stressful time
My prayers are with you as the days goes forward take my prayers with you
January 7, 2017
My heart goes out to all the family members of the airlort shooting. I pray that God may give strength and comfort as you try to cope with the loss of your loved one.
KELLEY
January 7, 2017
MAY THE THOUGHT OF KNOWING THAT FRIENDS AND FAMILY SHARE IN YOUR GRIEF BE OF COMFORT TO YOUR FAMILY.PLEASE READ PROV 17:17
Rose Sanabria
January 7, 2017
My deepest condolences to those of you who lost a loved one today over such a horrible act .
May God give you the strength to be strong .
May god bless the soul of your loved one you lost today . For those injured may God heal you and help you survive this . Love Rose
ann williams
January 7, 2017
my prayers with all Family and Friends am so sorry may the good Lord with with all
Aimee Ballantyne
January 7, 2017
Prayers for those whom I hope will rest in peace. May God comfort the victims' families, and help us all through the coming days, in coping with what has happened. God grant we find a way to get help to those who need it, and to be kind to one another.
January 7, 2017
Prayers to all the families . May God comfort you . J.Parsons Ohio
Karen Cassidy
January 6, 2017
Heartbroken for all the families that have lost their loved ones. Condolences to all.
Osvaldo Figueruelo
January 6, 2017
My thoughts and prayers with the families of the victims. May God give them strength .
Kathy
January 6, 2017
Prayers for all affected by this event today.
CK
January 6, 2017
My sincerest sympathies to the loved of the shooting victims. There aren't enough words to express the outrage for this senseless tragic act. I am so sorry, and you are all in my prayers.
carlotta
January 6, 2017
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the families who lost their love ones at the Fort Lauderdale Airport.
S Davis
January 6, 2017
God bless
Steven
January 6, 2017
So sad such a senseless tragedy praying for the victims and their families ! Prayers to the wounded.GOD BLESS!
Nancy Hammond
January 6, 2017
PRAYERS sent to all Family Members of THOSE who tragically died today at the Fort Lauderdale Airport. I am so very sorry to hear this. May God help you during this unfathomable and senseless incident.
Kline Family
January 6, 2017
We will keep everyone in prayers, and hope all in need of help receive it in time to avoid more of these tragedies.
Scott Chamberland
January 6, 2017
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Barbara Aldrich
January 6, 2017
Sorry for the families that were affected by this and keeping them in my thoughts.
Anne Keim
January 6, 2017
Prayers for all, and may we find a way to help every person who struggles with issues that lead to these tragedies.
Also, thanks and praise for everyone in law enforcement and security who step up each time this occurs.
irina tatishvili
January 6, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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